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Violante T, Ferrari D, Mathis KL, Behm KT, Shawki SF, Dozois EJ, Cima RR, Larson DW. Navigating Progress: 8-Year Single-Center Experience With Minimally Invasive Proctectomy and IPAA. Dis Colon Rectum 2024; 67:1437-1442. [PMID: 39087676 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000003465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND IPAA has become the criterion standard for treating ulcerative colitis, familial adenomatous polyposis, and selected cases of Crohn's colitis. Robotic surgery promises improved postoperative outcomes and decreased length of stay. However, few studies have evaluated the benefits of robotic IPAA compared to laparoscopy. OBJECTIVE To compare short-term 30-day postoperative outcomes of robotic versus laparoscopic proctectomy with IPAA and diverting loop ileostomy. DESIGN Retrospective observational study from a single, high-volume center. SETTINGS Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota (tertiary referral center for IBD). PATIENTS All adult patients undergoing minimally invasive proctectomy with IPAA and diverting loop ileostomy between January 2015 and April 2023. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Thirty-day complications, hospital length of stay, estimated blood loss, conversion rate, 30-day readmission, and 30-day reoperation. RESULTS Two hundred seventeen patients were included in the study; 107 underwent robotic proctectomy with IPAA and diverting loop ileostomy, whereas 110 had laparoscopic proctectomy with IPAA and diverting loop ileostomy. Operating time was significantly longer in the robotic group (263 ± 38 vs 228 ± 75 minutes, p < 0.0001). The robotic group also had lower estimated blood loss (81.5 ± 77.7 vs 126.8 ± 111.0 mL, p = 0.0006) as well as fewer conversions (0% vs 8.2%, p = 0.003). Patients in the robotic group received more intraoperative fluids (3099 ± 1140 vs 2472 ± 996 mL, p = 0.0001). However, there was no difference in length of stay, 30-day morbidity, 30-day readmission, 30-day reoperation, rate of diverting loop ileostomy closure at 3 months, and surgical IPAA complication rate after ileostomy closure. LIMITATIONS Retrospective design, single-center study, potential bias because of the novelty of the robotic approach, and lack of long-term and quality-of-life outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Robotic proctectomy with IPAA and diverting loop ileostomy may offer advantages in terms of estimated blood loss and conversion rate while maintaining the benefits of minimally invasive surgery. Further research is needed to evaluate long-term outcomes. See Video Abstract . NAVEGANDO EL PROGRESO EXPERIENCIA DE OCHO AOS EN UN SOLO CENTRO CON PROCTECTOMA MNIMAMENTE INVASIVA Y ANASTOMOSIS ANALBOLSA ILEAL ANTECEDENTES:La anastomosis anal-bolsa ileal (IPAA) se ha convertido en el estándar de oro para el tratamiento de la colitis ulcerosa, la poliposis adenomatosa familiar y casos seleccionados de colitis de Crohn. La cirugía robótica promete mejores resultados posoperatorios y una menor duración de la estancia hospitalaria. Sin embargo, pocos estudios han evaluado los beneficios de la IPAA robótica en comparación con la laparoscopia.OBJETIVO:Comparar los resultados postoperatorios a corto plazo a 30 días de la proctectomía robótica versus laparoscópica con IPAA e ileostomía en asa de derivación.DISEÑO:Estudio observacional retrospectivo de un único centro de gran volumen.AJUSTES:Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota (centro terciario de referencia para EII).PACIENTES:Todos los pacientes adultos sometidos a proctectomía mínimamente invasiva con IPAA y DLI entre Enero de 2015 y Abril de 2023.PRINCIPALES MEDIDAS DE RESULTADOS:Complicaciones a los 30 días, duración de la estancia hospitalaria, pérdida de sangre estimada, tasa de conversión, reingreso a los 30 días y reoperación a los 30 días.RESULTADOS:Se incluyeron en el estudio 217 pacientes; 107 se sometieron a proctectomía robótica con IPAA y DLI, mientras que 110 se sometieron a proctectomía laparoscópica con IPAA y DLI. El tiempo operatorio fue significativamente mayor en el grupo robótico (263 ± 38 minutos versus 228 ± 75 minutos, p < 0,0001); la pérdida de sangre estimada (EBL) fue menor en el grupo robótico (81,5 ± 77,7 ml versus 126,8 ± 111,0 ml, p = 0,0006), así como el número de conversiones (0% versus 8,2%, p = 0,003). Los pacientes del grupo robótico recibieron más líquidos intraoperatorios (3099 ± 1140 ml versus 2472 ± 996 ml, p = 0,0001). Sin embargo, no hubo diferencias en la duración de la estancia hospitalaria, la morbilidad a los 30 días, el reingreso a los 30 días, la reoperación a los 30 días, la tasa de cierre del DLI a los tres meses y la tasa de complicaciones quirúrgicas de la IPAA después del cierre de la ileostomía.LIMITACIONES:Diseño retrospectivo, estudio unicéntrico, posible sesgo debido a la novedad del enfoque robótico, falta de resultados a largo plazo y de calidad de vida.CONCLUSIONES:La proctectomía robótica con IPAA y DLI puede ofrecer ventajas en términos de EBL y tasa de conversión, manteniendo al mismo tiempo los beneficios de la cirugía mínimamente invasiva. Se necesita más investigación para evaluar los resultados a largo plazo. (Traducción-Dr. Yesenia Rojas-Khalil ).
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- Tommaso Violante
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
- School of General Surgery, Alma Mater Studiorum Bologna University, Bologna, Italy
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
- School of General Surgery, Alma Mater Studiorum Bologna University, Bologna, Italy
- General Surgery Residency Program, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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Ma R, La K, Xu V, Solis-Pazmino P, Smiley A, Barnajian M, Ellenhorn J, Wolf J, Nasseri Y. Does the pre-conversion platform matter? A comparison of laparoscopic and robotic converted to open colectomies. Surg Endosc 2024; 38:5356-5362. [PMID: 39030414 PMCID: PMC11362359 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-024-11079-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 07/06/2024] [Indexed: 07/21/2024]
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- Rachel Ma
- Surgery Group Los Angeles, 8635 W 3rd St Suite 880, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, 8635 W 3rd St Suite 880, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, 8635 W 3rd St Suite 880, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, 8635 W 3rd St Suite 880, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, USA
- Surgery Department, Santa Casa de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
- Knowledge and Evaluation Research Unit, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- CaTaLiNA-Cancer de Tiroides en Latino America, Quito, Ecuador
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- Department of Surgery, Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, NY, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, 8635 W 3rd St Suite 880, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, 8635 W 3rd St Suite 880, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, USA
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- Department of Colon and Rectal Surgery, LifeBridge Health, Westminster, MD, USA
- Department of Medicine, George Washington University, Washington, DC, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, 8635 W 3rd St Suite 880, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, USA.
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Carrola Gomes D, Athayde Nemésio R, Rodrigues S, Penedo J, Paixão I. [Robotic Colorectal Surgery: Analysis of the First Three Years of Activity in a Hospital of the Portuguese National Health Service]. ACTA MEDICA PORT 2024; 37:535-540. [PMID: 38950618 DOI: 10.20344/amp.20204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2024] [Indexed: 07/03/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Minimally invasive surgery has been increasingly accepted and used in colorectal surgery. Several studies report that robotic surgery may provide advantages over 'conventional' laparoscopy, namely in rectal surgery. This paper provides an account of the first three years of experience with robotic surgery in the Unidade de Patologia Colorretal of the Unidade Local de Saúde S. José. METHODS Variables were defined to develop a prospective database containing the data of consecutive patients operated by three internationally certified colorectal surgeons using the Da Vinci Xi® system between November 2019 and October 2022. The database was converted into an anonymized version that was used for this study. The analysis was performed on the data of all the patients operated during this period. RESULTS Eighty patients were included, 47 male, median age 70 years, and median BMI 26 kg/m2 . ASA score was II in 53.7% and III in 41.3% of pa- tients. Of the total, 97.6% had malignant or potentially malignant disease. Operative procedures consisted of 34 colectomies proximal to the splenic flexure, 20 distal colectomies and 26 anterior resections. There were two synchronous resections of liver metastases. Early perioperative outcomes and histopathological results were analyzed: median operative time: 300 minutes; median estimated blood loss: 50 mL; conversion rate: 2.5%; median days until first bowel movement: three days; median length of hospital stay: six days; complication rate: 20%, of which 5% were Clavien III and 0% Clavien IV/V; anastomotic leak rate: 2.5%; 30-day readmission rate: 1.3%; median lymph nodes resected: 20; R0 resection rate: 100%; mesorectal integrity rate: 95,8% complete/near complete. CONCLUSION Our results show that the adoption of robotic colorectal surgery in our center was safe and resulted in similar or improved short-term clinical outcomes and histopathological results when compared to those described in the literature.
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- Diogo Carrola Gomes
- Unidade de Patologia Colorretal. Unidade Local de Saúde S. José. Lisboa. Portugal
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- Unidade de Patologia Colorretal. Unidade Local de Saúde S. José. Lisboa. Portugal
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- Unidade de Patologia Colorretal. Unidade Local de Saúde S. José. Lisboa. Portugal
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- Unidade de Patologia Colorretal. Unidade Local de Saúde S. José. Lisboa. Portugal
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Mohamedahmed AYY, Zaman S, Wuheb AA, Ismail A, Nnaji M, Alyamani AA, Eltyeb HA, Yassin NA. Peri-operative, oncological and functional outcomes of robotic versus transanal total mesorectal excision in patients with rectal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Tech Coloproctol 2024; 28:75. [PMID: 38951249 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-024-02947-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/03/2024]
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BACKGROUND Comparative outcomes of robotic low anterior resection (rTME) and trans-anal total mesorectal excision (TaTME) in patients with low rectal cancer were evaluated. METHODS A systematic online search was conducted using the following databases: PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane database, The Virtual Health Library, Clinical trials.gov and Science Direct. Comparative studies of rTME versus TaTME for low rectal cancer were included. Primary outcomes were postoperative complications, including anastomotic leak, surgical site infection, and Clavien-Dindo complication rate. Total operative time, conversion to open surgery, intra-operative blood loss, intensive therapy unit (ITU) and total hospital length of stay (LOS), oncological outcomes and functional outcomes were the other evaluated outcome parameters. RESULTS A total of 12 studies with a total number of 3025 patients divided between rTME (n = 1881) and TaTME (n = 1144) groups were included. There was no significant difference between the two groups for total operative time (P = 0.39), conversion to open surgery (P = 0.29) and intra-operative blood loss (P = 0.62). Clavien-Dindo ≥ 3 complication rate (P = 0.47), anastomotic leak (P = 0.89), rates of re-operation (P = 0.62) and re-admission (P = 0.92), R0 resections (P = 0.52), ITU LOS (P = 0.63) and total hospital LOS (P = 0.30) also showed similar results between the two groups. However, the rTME group had higher rates of total harvested lymph nodes (P = 0.04) and complete total mesorectal excision (TME) resections (P = 0.05). Albeit with a limited dataset, the Wexner and low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) scores showed better functional results in the rTME group compared with the TaTME group (P = 0.0009 and P = 0.00001, respectively). CONCLUSION Compared with TaTME, rTME seems to provide better functional outcomes, higher lymph node yield and more complete TME resections with a similar post-operative complications profile.
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- A Y Y Mohamedahmed
- Department of Colorectal and General Surgery, Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, UK.
- General Surgery Department, University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Trust, Burton on Trent, UK.
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- Department of General Surgery, Sandwell and West, Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, West Midlands, UK.
- Institute of Cancer and Genomic Science, College of Medical and Dental Science, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, UK.
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- Department of Colorectal and General Surgery, Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, UK
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- Department of Colorectal and General Surgery, Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, UK
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- Department of Colorectal and General Surgery, Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, UK
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- Department of Colorectal and General Surgery, Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, UK
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- Department of General Surgery, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- Colorectal Surgery Department, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK
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Zhu L, Li X, Zhang H, Li H, Shen X. Urinary and sexual function after robotic and laparoscopic rectal cancer surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Robot Surg 2024; 18:262. [PMID: 38907844 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-024-02019-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 06/16/2024] [Indexed: 06/24/2024]
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The purpose of the study was to compare the protective effects of robotic rectal cancer surgery (RRCS) and laparoscopic rectal cancer surgery (LRCS) on urinary and sexual function of patients. We conducted a systematic search in the PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and Embase for studies comparing the impact of RRCS and LRCS on urinary function and sexual function. The International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), the five-item version of the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-5) and the Female Sexual Function Index(FSFI) were used to evaluate the urinary function and sexual function of patients. A total of 13 studies comprising 1964 patients were included in this meta-analysis, including 3 randomized controlled trials, 5 retrospective cohort studies, 3 prospective cohort studies, and 2 propensity score-matched studies. Nine hundred and fifty-nine patients underwent RRCS and 1005 patients underwent LRCS. Statistical analysis of the IPSS scores indicated urinary function was significantly better in the RRCS group than in the LRCS group at 3, 6 and 12 months postoperatively [mean difference (MD), - 1.06, 95% CI - 1.85 to - 0.28; and MD, - 0.96, 95% CI - 1.60 to - 0.32; and MD, - 1.09, 95% CI - 1.72 to - 0.46]. Statistical analysis of the IIEF-5 scores indicated male sexual function was significantly better in the RRCS group than in the LRCS group at 3, 6 and 12 months postoperatively (MD, 1.76, 95% CI 0.80 to 2.72; and MD, 1.83, 95% CI 0.34 to 3.33; and MD, 1.05, 95% CI 0.09 to 2.01). Statistical analysis of the FSFI scores indicated female sexual function was significantly better in the RRCS group than in the LRCS group at 6 and 12 months postoperatively (MD, 2.86; 95% CI 1.38 to 4.35; and MD, 4.19; 95% CI 1.85 to 6.54). RRCS is more favorable than LRCS in preserving the urinary and sexual function of patients with rectal cancer.
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- Lei Zhu
- Department of General Surgery, Suzhou Ninth Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Suzhou Ninth Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Suzhou Ninth Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Suzhou Ninth Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, Jiangsu, China.
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- Department of General Surgery, Suzhou Ninth Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, Jiangsu, China.
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Alkhamis AA, Soliman DM, Alsadder KA, Busalha HM, Alrashed AS, Alshaban BH, Alsafran SK, Almazeedi SM. Outcome of Colorectal Robotic Surgery in Newly Established Robotic Surgery Center: A Case Series. Med Princ Pract 2024; 33:000538635. [PMID: 38569485 PMCID: PMC11324209 DOI: 10.1159/000538635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2023] [Accepted: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION The robotic platform compared to laparoscopy has proven to have similar postoperative outcomes, however its adoption in the Middle East has been slow and there is limited data regarding outcomes with its use in small newly established robotic colorectal programs. Our aim was to report our experience and outcomes of robotic colorectal surgery performed by fellowship-trained robotic colorectal surgeons and compare them to larger, more experienced centers. METHODS This is retrospective review of data collected between November 2021 and March 2023 from a tertiary health care referral center. The series included 51 patients who had elective or urgent robotic colorectal surgery. Patients who had emergency surgery were excluded. The outcomes were overall morbidity, serious morbidity, mortality, conversion to open, length of hospital stay, and quality of oncological specimen. RESULTS The overall morbidity was 31.4% (n = 16 patients). Only 9.8% (n = 5) had serious morbidity of which three required interventions under general anesthesia. The median length of hospital stay was 6 days (IQR = 4), and there was no mortality. Of 17 rectal cancer resections, 88% had complete mesorectal excision, 15 of them were R0 resections, median lymph node harvested was 14 (IQR = 7) and two cases were converted to open. All the colon cancer resections had R0 resection, median lymph nodes harvested was 21 (IQR = 4) and none were converted to open. CONCLUSIONS The implementation and integration of robotic colorectal surgery at a newly established center in a small country, when led by fellowship trained robotic colorectal surgeons, is safe and effective in terms of morbidity, mortality, conversion to open and specimen pathological quality.
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- Ahmed A. Alkhamis
- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Kuwait University, Jabriya, Kuwait
- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, South Surra, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, South Surra, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, South Surra, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, South Surra, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, South Surra, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, South Surra, Kuwait
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Kuwait University, Jabriya, Kuwait
- Endocrine Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, South Surra, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, South Surra, Kuwait
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Alkhamis A, Soliman D, Alkandari O, Alrashed A, Alansari M, Alsadder K, Chamkha Z, Souza D, AlShaban B, Alsafran S, Almazeedi S. Outcomes in robotic-assisted compared to laparoscopic-assisted colorectal surgery in a newly established colorectal tertiary center: a retrospective comparative cohort study. J Robot Surg 2024; 18:152. [PMID: 38564083 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-024-01908-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 03/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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The robotic platform matches or surpasses laparoscopic surgery in postoperative results. However, limited date and slow adoption are noticed in the middle east. We aimed to report outcomes of robotic and laparoscopic colorectal surgery performed by fellowship-trained robotic colorectal surgeons and compare it to larger more experienced centers. Retrospective review of prospectively collected data between 2021 and 2023 of 107 patients who had robotic-assisted or laparoscopic-assisted colorectal surgery was included in the study. The outcomes were overall morbidity, serious morbidity, mortality, conversion to open, length of hospital stay, and the quality of oncological specimen. Of 107 patients, 57 were in the robotic and 50 were in the laparoscopic surgery groups. Overall, there were no significant differences in overall morbidity (46.8 vs. 53.2%, p = 0.9), serious morbidity (10.5 vs. 8%, p = 0.7), or mortality (0 vs. 4%, p = 0.2). Regarding oncological outcomes, there were no significant difference between the two groups regarding the number of lymph node harvested (17.7 ± 6.9 vs 19.0 ± 9.7, p = 0.5), R0 resections (92.7 vs. 87.1%, p = 0.5), and the rate of complete mesorectal excision (92.7 vs. 71.4%, p = 0.19). The study found that the robotic group had an 86% reduction in conversion rate to open surgery compared to the laparoscopic group, despite including more obese and physically dependent patients (OR = 0.14, 95% CI 0.03-0.7, p = 0.01). Robotic surgery appears to be a safe and effective as laparoscopic surgery in smaller colorectal surgery programs led by fellowship-trained robotic surgeons, with outcomes comparable to those of larger programs.
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- Ahmed Alkhamis
- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Health Sciences Center, Kuwait University, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait.
- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait.
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Department of General Surgery, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, USA
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- Kuwait Institute for Medical Specialization, Ministry of Health, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Department of Surgery, TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Health Sciences Center, Kuwait University, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Endocrine Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Colorectal and Robotics Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital, State of Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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Slim K, Tilmans G, Occéan BV, Dziri C, Pereira B, Canis M. Meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials comparing robotic versus laparoscopic surgery for mid-low rectal cancers. J Visc Surg 2024; 161:76-89. [PMID: 38355331 DOI: 10.1016/j.jviscsurg.2024.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Robotic surgery (RS) is experiencing major development, particularly in the context of rectal cancer. The aim of this meta-analysis was to summarize data from the literature, focusing specifically on the safety and effectiveness of robotic surgery in mid-low rectal cancers, based on the hypothesis that that robotic surgery can find its most rational indication in this anatomical location. METHOD The meta-analysis was conducted according to the PRISMA 2000 recommendations, including all randomized trials that compared robotic surgery versus laparoscopic surgery (LS) that were found in the Medline-PICO, Cochrane Database, Scopus and Google databases. Data were extracted independently by two reviewers. The risk of bias was analyzed according to the Cochrane Handbook method and the certainty of the evidence according to the GRADE method. The analysis was carried out with R software Version 4.2-3 using the Package for Meta-Analysis "meta" version 6.5-0. RESULTS Eight randomized trials were included (with a total of 2342 patients), including four that focused specifically on mid-low rectal cancer (n=1,734 patients). No statistically significant difference was found for overall morbidity, intra-operative morbidity, anastomotic leakage, post-operative mortality, quality of mesorectal specimen, and resection margins. The main differences identified were a lower conversion rate for RS (RR=0.48 [0.24-0.95], p=0.04, I2=0%), and a longer operative time for RS (mean difference=39.11min [9.39-68.83], p<0.01, I2=96%). The other differences had no real clinical relevance, i.e., resumption of flatus passage (5hours earlier after RS), and lymph node dissection (one more lymph node for LS). CONCLUSION This meta-analysis does not confirm the initial hypothesis and does not show a statistically significant or clinically relevant benefit of RS compared to LS for mid-low rectal cancer.
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- Karem Slim
- Department of gynecology and pelvic surgery, CHU de Clermont-Ferrand, Clermont-Ferrand, France.
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- Digestive surgery department, CHU de Clermont-Ferrand, Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Honoris Center for Medical Simulation, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of Clinical Research and Innovation, CHU Clermont-Ferrand, Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Department of gynecology and pelvic surgery, CHU de Clermont-Ferrand, Clermont-Ferrand, France
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Ferrari L, Nicolaou S, Adams K. Implementation of a robotic surgical practice in inflammatory bowel disease. J Robot Surg 2024; 18:57. [PMID: 38281204 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-023-01750-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2023] [Accepted: 12/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/30/2024]
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Robotics adoption has increased in colorectal surgery. While there are well-established advantages and standardised techniques for cancer patients, the use of robotic surgery in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) has not been studied yet. To evaluate the feasibility and safety of robotic surgery for IBD patients. Prospectively data in IBD patients having robotic resection at Guy's and St Thomas' hospital. All resections performed by a single colorectal surgeon specialised in IBD, utilising DaVinci platform. July 2021 to January 2023, 59 robotic IBD cases performed, 14 ulcerative colitis (UC) and 45 Crohn's disease (CD). Average age; CD patients 35, UC 33 years. Average Body mass index (BMI); 23 for CD and 26.9 for UC patients. In total, we performed 31 ileo-caecal resections (ICR) with primary anastomosis (18 Kono-S anastomosis, 6 mechanical anastomosis and 7 ileo-colostomy), of those 4 had multivisceral resections (large bowel, bladder, ovary). Furthermore, 14 subtotal colectomy (1 emergency), 8 proctectomy, 3 panproctocolectomy and 3 ileoanal J pouch. 18 of the 45 patients (45.0%) with Crohn's disease had ongoing fistulating disease to other parts of the GI tract (small or large bowel). ICR were performed using different three ports position, depending on the anatomy established prior to surgery with magnetic resonance images (MRI). One patient had conversion to open due to anaesthetic problems and one patient required re-operation to refashion stoma. 98.0% cases completed robotically. Median Length of hospital stay (LOS) was 7 days for CD and 7 for UC cases, including LOS in patients on pre-operative parenteral nutrition. Robotic colorectal techniques can be safely used for patients with IBD, even with fistulating disease. Future research and collaborations are necessary to standardize technique within institutions.
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- Linda Ferrari
- Pelvic Floor Unit, Mitchener Ward, St Thomas' Hospital, Guy's and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE17EH, UK.
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- Pelvic Floor Unit, Mitchener Ward, St Thomas' Hospital, Guy's and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE17EH, UK
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- Pelvic Floor Unit, Mitchener Ward, St Thomas' Hospital, Guy's and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE17EH, UK
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Tamura K, Fujimoto T, Shimizu T, Nagayoshi K, Mizuuchi Y, Shindo K, Ohuchida K, Nakamura M. Risk factors and clinical significance of subcutaneous emphysema after robot-assisted laparoscopic rectal surgery: a single-center experience. J Robot Surg 2024; 18:42. [PMID: 38236553 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-023-01802-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 12/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024]
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Subcutaneous emphysema (SE) is a complication of laparoscopic surgery, potentially resulting in severe respiratory failure. No reports to date have focused on SE during robot-assisted (RA) rectal surgery. We aimed to reveal the risk factors and clinical significance of SE after RA/laparoscopic rectal surgery. We retrospectively reviewed 221 consecutive patients who underwent RA/laparoscopic rectal surgery. The occurrence of SE was evaluated on postoperative radiographs. Laparoscopic surgery was performed in 120 patients and RA in 101. SE developed in 55 (24.9%) patients. Logistic regression analysis identified RA surgery (odds ratio [OR]: 4.89, 95% confidence interval [CI] 2.13-11.22, p < 0.001), higher age (OR: 1.06, 95% CI 1.03-1.11, p < 0.001), lower body mass index (BMI) (OR: 0.79, 95% CI 0.67-0.93, p = 0.004), thinner subcutaneous layer (OR: 0.88, 95% CI 0.79-0.98, p = 0.02), and lateral lymph node dissection (OR: 9.43, 95% CI 2.44-36.42, p < 0.001) as risk factors for SE. Maximum end-tidal CO2 was significantly higher in the SE than the non-SE cohort (p < 0.001). There was no difference in postoperative complication rate or length of hospital stay. Lower BMI (OR: 0.79, 95% CI 0.62-0.97, p = 0.02) and thinner subcutaneous layer (OR: 0.84, 95% CI 0.71-0.97, p = 0.01) were predictive factors in the RA cohort. SE occurs more frequently in RA compared with laparoscopic surgery. SE has a modest impact on short-term outcomes, but may occasionally cause severe problems. The indication of RA surgery should be considered carefully in high-risk elderly patients.
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- Koji Tamura
- Department of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan.
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- Department of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan
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- Department of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, 3-1-1 Maidashi, Fukuoka, 812-8582, Japan.
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Wakasa Y, Hakamada K, Morohashi H, Kanno T, Tadano K, Kawashima K, Ebihara Y, Oki E, Hirano S, Mori M. Ensuring communication redundancy and establishing a telementoring system for robotic telesurgery using multiple communication lines. J Robot Surg 2024; 18:9. [PMID: 38206522 PMCID: PMC10784335 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-023-01792-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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Assuring communication redundancy during the interruption and establishing appropriate teaching environments for local surgeons are essential to making robotic telesurgery mainstream. This study analyzes robotic telesurgery with telementoring using standard domestic telecommunication carriers. Can multiple carriers guarantee redundancy with interruptions? Three commercial optical fiber lines connected Hirosaki University and Mutsu General Hospitals, 150 km apart. Using Riverfield, Inc. equipment, Hirosaki had a cockpit, while both Mutsu used both a cockpit and a surgeon's console. Experts provided telementoring evaluating 14 trainees, using objective indices for operation time and errors. Subjective questionnaires addressed image quality and surgical operability. Eighteen participants performed telesurgery using combined lines from two/three telecommunication carriers. Manipulation: over 30 min, lines were cut and restored every three minutes per task. Subjects were to press a switch when noticing image quality or operability changes. Mean time to task completion was 1510 (1186-1960) seconds: local surgeons alone and 1600 (1152-2296) seconds for those under remote instructor supervision, including expert intervention time. There was no significant difference (p = 0.86). The mean error count was 0.92 (0-3) for local surgeons and 0.42 (0-2) with remote instructors. Image quality and operability questionnaires found no significant differences. Results communication companies A, B, and C: the A/B combination incurred 0.17 (0-1) presses of the environment change switch, B/C had 0, and C/A received 0.67 (0-3), showing no significant difference among provider combinations. Combining multiple communication lines guarantees communication redundancy and enables robotic telementoring with enhanced communication security.
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- Yusuke Wakasa
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Hirosaki University Graduate School of Medicine, 5 Zaifu-Cho Hirosaki, Aomori, 036-8562, Japan
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- Committee for Promotion of Remote Surgery Implementation, Japan Surgical Society, Tokyo, Japan.
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Hirosaki University Graduate School of Medicine, 5 Zaifu-Cho Hirosaki, Aomori, 036-8562, Japan.
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- Committee for Promotion of Remote Surgery Implementation, Japan Surgical Society, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Hirosaki University Graduate School of Medicine, 5 Zaifu-Cho Hirosaki, Aomori, 036-8562, Japan
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- Department of Information Physics and Computing School of Information Science and Technology, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Committee for Promotion of Remote Surgery Implementation, Japan Surgical Society, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery II, Faculty of Medicine, Hokkaido University, Sapporo, Japan
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- Committee for Promotion of Remote Surgery Implementation, Japan Surgical Society, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Surgery and Science, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Committee for Promotion of Remote Surgery Implementation, Japan Surgical Society, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery II, Faculty of Medicine, Hokkaido University, Sapporo, Japan
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- Committee for Promotion of Remote Surgery Implementation, Japan Surgical Society, Tokyo, Japan
- Tokai University School of Medicine, Isehara, Japan
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Barzola E, Cornejo L, Gómez N, Pigem A, Julià D, Ortega N, Delisau O, Bobb KA, Farrés R, Planellas P. Comparative analysis of short-term outcomes and oncological results between robotic-assisted and laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer by multiple surgeon implementation: a propensity score-matched analysis. J Robot Surg 2023; 17:3013-3023. [PMID: 37924415 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-023-01736-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Accepted: 09/26/2023] [Indexed: 11/06/2023]
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Robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) is becoming increasingly common for the surgical treatment of rectal cancer. However, the use and implementation of robotic surgery remains controversial. This study aimed to compare the short-term outcomes of robotic surgery, focusing on pathological results and disease-free survival (DFS), in our cohort with initial robotic experience by multiple surgeon implementation. This retrospective study enrolled 571 patients diagnosed with rectal cancer, who were treated with chemoradiotherapy and surgery between January 2015 and December 2021. Surgical outcomes after RAS and laparoscopic surgery (LS) were compared using a propensity score-matching (PSM) analysis. After matching, 200 patients (100 in each group) were included. The median operative time was significantly longer in the RAS group than in the LS group (p < 0.001). The conversion and morbidity rates were similar between the groups. A significantly higher rate of complete mesorectal excision (92% vs. 72%; p = 0.001) and number of lymph nodes harvested (p = 0.009) was observed in the RAS group. There were no statistically significant differences between the groups regarding circumferential and distal resection margin involvement. The 3-year overall and disease-free survival rate was similar between the two groups (p = 0.849 and p = 0.582, respectively). Two patients in the LS group developed local recurrence and 27 patients (15.4%) developed metastatic disease. Multivariate analysis showed that tumor stage III was the only factor associated with disease-free survival (HR, 9.34; (95% CI 1.13-77.1), p = 0.038). RAS and LS showed similar outcomes in terms of perioperative, anatomopathological, and disease-free survival, after multiple surgeon implementations.
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- E Barzola
- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, University Hospital of Girona, Department of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Girona, Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI), Girona, Spain
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- Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI), Girona, Spain
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, University Hospital of Girona, Department of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Girona, Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI), Girona, Spain
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, University Hospital of Girona, Department of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Girona, Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI), Girona, Spain
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, University Hospital of Girona, Department of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Girona, Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI), Girona, Spain
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, University Hospital of Girona, Department of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Girona, Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI), Girona, Spain
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, University Hospital of Girona, Department of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Girona, Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI), Girona, Spain
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- Department of Clinical Surgical Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of the West Indies-St. Augustine, Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex, Mount Hope, Trinidad, West Indies, Trinidad and Tobago
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, University Hospital of Girona, Department of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Girona, Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI), Girona, Spain
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- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General and Digestive Surgery, University Hospital of Girona, Department of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Girona, Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI), Girona, Spain.
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Cooper LE, Morant L, Anderson M, Bedra M, Boutros CN. Analysis of 10 years of open, laparoscopic, and robotic rectal surgeries in the community setting. Surg Open Sci 2023; 16:165-170. [PMID: 38026827 PMCID: PMC10656262 DOI: 10.1016/j.sopen.2023.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Background Colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the US. Many of these patients will require operations. Although there is significant data in the literature that supports minimally invasive colorectal operations in the academic setting, few studies have examined their performance in community hospitals. Methods Data was collected from a high-volume, university-affiliated, community center. Our Cancer Registry Database was queried to include any patients that had rectal surgery at our institution from 2010 to 2020. One hundred-twenty-two patients were identified and reviewed retrospectively. Main outcome measures include estimated blood loss (EBL), blood transfusion, time to first bowel movement, oncologic resection, length of stay (LOS), survival, and cost analysis. Results Both robotic and laparoscopic operations resulted in lower average EBL, less blood transfusions, and less time to first bowel movement (p = 0.003, 0.006, 0.003, respectively). There was no significant difference in ability to achieve R0 resection, adequate lymph node retrieval, and adequate total mesorectal excision (TME, p = 0.856, 0.489, 0.500, respectively). LOS was significantly shorter for minimally invasive operations, 4.35 vs 8.48 days, and average survival was longest for laparoscopic operations at 7.19 years as compared to 5.55 years for open operations (p < 0.001, 0.026, respectively). Cost was lowest for robotic operations (0.003). Conclusions Minimally invasive rectal operations, especially robotic, lead to better short- and long-term outcomes, equivalent oncologic resection, and are more cost-effective as compared to open operations even in the community setting, supporting continued performance and growth of robotic colorectal operations in the community setting. Key message Although there is significant data in the literature that supports minimally invasive colorectal operations in the academic setting, few studies have examined their performance in community hospitals as this study does. This study found that minimally invasive rectal operations, especially robotic, lead to better short- and long-term outcomes, equivalent oncologic resection, and are more cost-effective as compared to open operations even in the community setting, supporting continued performance and growth of robotic colorectal operations in the community setting.
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- Laura E. Cooper
- Department of Surgery, University of Maryland Medical Center, 22 S. Greene Street, Baltimore, MD 21201, United States of America
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- Department of Surgery, University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center, 305 Hospital Drive, Tate Center, Suite 304, Glen Burnie, MD 21061, United States of America
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- Department of Surgery, University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center, 305 Hospital Drive, Tate Center, Suite 304, Glen Burnie, MD 21061, United States of America
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- Department of Surgery, University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center, 305 Hospital Drive, Tate Center, Suite 304, Glen Burnie, MD 21061, United States of America
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- Department of Surgery, University of Maryland Medical Center, 22 S. Greene Street, Baltimore, MD 21201, United States of America
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Vaughan-Shaw PG, Joel AS, Farah M, Ofoezie F, Harji D, Liane M, Choudhary S, Royle JT, Holtham S, Farook G. Evaluation of an established colorectal robotic programme at an NHS district general hospital: audit of outcomes and systematic review of published data. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:416. [PMID: 37874420 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-03152-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Accepted: 10/11/2023] [Indexed: 10/25/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) offers potential advantages over traditional surgical approaches. This study aimed to assess outcomes from a district general hospital (DGH) robotic colorectal programme against published data. MATERIALS AND METHODS The robotic programme was established following simulator, dry/wet lab training, and proctoring. We performed a case series analysing technical, patient, and oncological outcomes extracted from a prospective database of colorectal RAS cases (2015-2022). A registered systematic review (PROSPERO CRD42022300773; PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE) of single-centre colorectal series from established robotic centres (n>200 cases) was completed and compared to local data using descriptive summary statistics. Risk of bias assessment was performed using an adapted version of the Cochrane ROBINS-I tool. RESULTS Two hundred thirty-two RAS cases were performed including 122 anterior resections, 56 APERs, 19 rectopexies, and 15 Hartmann's procedures. The median duration was 325 (IQR 265-400) min. Blood loss was < 100 ml in 97% of cases with 2 (0.9%) cases converted to open. Complications (Clavien-Dindo 3-5) occurred in 19 (8%) patients, with 3 (1.3%) deaths in < 30 days. Length of stay was 7 (IQR 5-11) days. In 169 rectal cancer cases, there were 9 (5.3%) cases with a positive circumferential or distal margin and lymph node yield of 17 (IQR 13-24). A systematic review of 1648 abstracts identified 13 studies from established robotic centres, totaling 4930 cases, with technical, patient, and oncological outcomes comparable to our own case series. CONCLUSIONS Outcomes from our robotic colorectal programme at a UK DGH are comparable with the largest published case series from world-renowned centres. Training and proctoring together with rolling audit must accompany the expansion of robotic surgery to safeguard outcomes.
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- Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Rd, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, UK
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- Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Rd, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, UK
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- Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Rd, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, UK
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- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, M13 9WL, Manchester, UK
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- Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Rd, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, UK
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- Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Rd, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, UK
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- Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Rd, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, UK
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- Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Rd, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, UK
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- Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Rd, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, UK.
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Gantschnigg A, Koch OO, Singhartinger F, Tschann P, Hitzl W, Emmanuel K, Presl J. Short-term outcomes and costs analysis of robotic-assisted versus laparoscopic cholecystectomy-a retrospective single-center analysis. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:299. [PMID: 37552295 PMCID: PMC10409838 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-03037-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/09/2023]
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PURPOSE Robotic-assisted surgery is an alternative technique for patients undergoing minimal invasive cholecystectomy (CHE). The aim of this study is to compare the outcomes and costs of laparoscopic versus robotic CHE, previously described as the major disadvantage of the robotic system, in a single Austrian tertiary center. METHODS A retrospective single-center analysis was carried out of all patients who underwent an elective minimally invasive cholecystectomy between January 2010 and August 2020 at our tertiary referral institution. Patients were divided into two groups: robotic-assisted CHE (RC) and laparoscopic CHE (LC) and compared according to demographic data, short-term postoperative outcomes and costs. RESULTS In the study period, 2088 elective minimal invasive cholecystectomies were performed. Of these, 220 patients met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed. One hundred ten (50%) patients underwent LC, and 110 patients RC. There was no significant difference in the mean operation time between both groups (RC: 60.2 min vs LC: 62.0 min; p = 0.58). Postoperative length of stay was the same in both groups (RC: 2.65 days vs LC: 2.65 days, p = 1). Overall hospital costs were slightly higher in the robotic group with a total of €2088 for RC versus €1726 for LC. CONCLUSIONS Robotic-assisted cholecystectomy is a safe and feasible alternative to laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Since there are no significant clinical and cost differences between the two procedures, RC is a justified operation for training the whole operation team in handling the system as a first step procedure. Prospective randomized trials are necessary to confirm these conclusions.
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- Antonia Gantschnigg
- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University/ Salzburger Landeskliniken (SALK), Salzburg, Austria.
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- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University/ Salzburger Landeskliniken (SALK), Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University/ Salzburger Landeskliniken (SALK), Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of General and Thoracic Surgery, Academic Teaching Hospital, Feldkirch, Austria
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- Department of Ophthalmology and Optometry, Paracelsus Medical University/ Salzburger Landeskliniken (SALK), Salzburg, Austria
- Research Program Experimental Ophthalmology and Glaucoma Research, Paracelsus Medical University, Salzburg, Austria
- Department of Research and Innovation, Paracelsus Medical University, Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University/ Salzburger Landeskliniken (SALK), Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University/ Salzburger Landeskliniken (SALK), Salzburg, Austria
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Formisano G, Ferraro L, Salaj A, Giuratrabocchetta S, Piccolo G, Di Raimondo G, Bianchi PP. Robotic Total Mesorectal Excision for Low Rectal Cancer: A Narrative Review and Description of the Technique. J Clin Med 2023; 12:4859. [PMID: 37510973 PMCID: PMC10381747 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12144859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2023] [Revised: 07/21/2023] [Accepted: 07/22/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Robotic surgery may offer significant advantages for treating extraperitoneal rectal cancer. Although laparoscopy has been shown to be safe and effective, laparoscopic total mesorectal excision (TME) remains technically challenging and is still performed in selected centers. Robotic anterior resection (RAR) may overcome the drawback of conventional laparoscopy, providing high-quality surgery with favorable oncological outcomes. Moreover, recent data show how RAR offers clinical and oncological benefits when affording difficult TMEs, such as low and advanced rectal tumors, in terms of complication rate, specimen quality, recurrence rate, and survival. This series aims to review the most recent and relevant literature, reporting mid- and long-term oncological outcomes and focusing on minimally invasive RAR for low rectal cancer.
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- Giampaolo Formisano
- Department of Surgery, Asst Santi Paolo e Carlo, Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Asst Santi Paolo e Carlo, 20142 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Asst Santi Paolo e Carlo, Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Asst Santi Paolo e Carlo, Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Asst Santi Paolo e Carlo, Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Asst Santi Paolo e Carlo, Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Asst Santi Paolo e Carlo, Dipartimento di Scienze della Salute, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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Wang Y, Wen D, Zhang C, Wang Z, Zhang J. A novel training program: laparoscopic versus robotic-assisted low anterior resection for rectal cancer can be trained simultaneously. Front Oncol 2023; 13:1169932. [PMID: 37441427 PMCID: PMC10334189 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2023.1169932] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/13/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Background Current expectations are that surgeons should be technically proficient in minimally invasive low anterior resection (LAR)-both laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery. However, methods to effectively train surgeons for both approaches are under-explored. We aimed to compare two different training programs for minimally invasive LAR, focusing on the learning curve and perioperative outcomes of two trainee surgeons. Methods We reviewed 272 consecutive patients undergoing laparoscopic or robotic LAR by surgeons A and B, who were novices in conducting minimally invasive colorectal surgery. Surgeon A was trained by first operating on 80 cases by laparoscopy and then 56 cases by robotic-assisted surgery. Surgeon B was trained by simultaneously performing 80 cases by laparoscopy and 56 by robotic-assisted surgery. The cumulative sum (CUSUM) method was used to evaluate the learning curves of operative time and surgical failure. Results For laparoscopic surgery, the CUSUM plots showed a longer learning process for surgeon A than surgeon B (47 vs. 32 cases) for operative time, but a similar trend in surgical failure (23 vs. 19 cases). For robotic surgery, the plots of the two surgeons showed similar trends for both operative times (23 vs. 25 cases) and surgical failure (17 vs. 19 cases). Therefore, the learning curves of surgeons A and B were respectively divided into two phases at the 47th and 32nd cases for laparoscopic surgery and at the 23rd and 25th cases for robotic surgery. The clinicopathological outcomes of the two surgeons were similar in each phase of the learning curve for each surgery. Conclusions For surgeons with rich experience in open colorectal resections, simultaneous training for laparoscopic and robotic-assisted LAR of rectal cancer is safe, effective, and associated with accelerated learning curves.
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- *Correspondence: Jiancheng Zhang, ; Zhikai Wang,
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McMahon KR, Ma T. Transanal Minimally Invasive Surgery for Marsupialization of Chronic Abscess Cavity After Colorectal Anastomosis. Cureus 2023; 15:e38471. [PMID: 37153835 PMCID: PMC10155070 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.38471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/30/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023] Open
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Anastomotic leaks are one of the most feared and morbid complications after colorectal anastomosis. Management of leaks depends on the severity of the leak and focuses on controlling sepsis and saving the anastomosis. The lower the anastomosis, the more amenable it is to transanal approaches for salvage. However, when a complication exists higher up in the rectum, the surgeon is more limited in the ability to visualize and intervene. With the advent of transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS) and the advancement of endoscopic procedures, there are now more options for surgeons to visualize and intervene in anastomotic colorectal leaks. Prior reports have described the use of TAMIS for the management of anastomotic leaks in the acute phase. However, this same approach can be useful in the management of chronic leaks. This report highlights the benefit of TAMIS to allow visualization and marsupialization of a chronic abscess cavity following an anastomotic leak.
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Xue Y, Li S, Guo S, Kuang Y, Ke M, Liu X, Gong F, Li P, Jia B. Evaluation of the advantages of robotic versus laparoscopic surgery in elderly patients with colorectal cancer. BMC Geriatr 2023; 23:105. [PMID: 36803225 PMCID: PMC9942364 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-023-03822-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2022] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The incidence of colorectal cancer increases with aging. Curative-intent surgery based on a minimally invasive concept is expected to bring survival benefits to elderly patients (aged over 80 years) with colorectal cancer who are frequently with fragile health status and advanced tumors. The study explored survival outcomes in this patient population who received robotic or laparoscopic surgery and aimed to identify an optimal surgical option for those patients. METHODS We retrieved the clinical materials and follow-up data on elderly patients with colorectal carcinoma who received robotic or laparoscopic surgery in our institution. The pathological and surgical outcomes were compared to examine the efficacy and safety of the two approaches. The DFS (disease-free survival) and OS (overall survival) results at 3 years after surgery were assessed to explore the survival benefits. RESULTS A total of 111 patients were screened for the study, including 55 in the robotic group and 56 in the laparoscopic group. The demographic details were generally similar between the two groups. No statistically significant difference in the number of removed lymph nodes was observed between the two approaches, with a median of 15 versus 14 (P = 0.053). The intraoperative blood loss was significantly reduced by robotic technique when compared to the laparoscopic approach, with a mean of 76.9 ml versus 161.6 ml (P = 0.025). There were no significant differences in operation time, conversion, postoperative complications and recovery, and long-term outcomes between the two groups. CONCLUSION Robotic surgery was prized for elderly patients with colorectal cancer who developed anemia and/or hematological conditions.
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- Yonggan Xue
- grid.414252.40000 0004 1761 8894Department of General Surgery, The First Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Haidian District, No.28, Fuxing Road, Beijing, 100853 China
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- grid.414252.40000 0004 1761 8894Department of General Surgery, The First Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Haidian District, No.28, Fuxing Road, Beijing, 100853 China
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- grid.414252.40000 0004 1761 8894Department of General Surgery, The Eighth Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Haidian District, No.Jia17, Heishanhu Road, Beijing, 100089 China
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- grid.414252.40000 0004 1761 8894Department of General Surgery, The First Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Haidian District, No.28, Fuxing Road, Beijing, 100853 China
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- grid.414252.40000 0004 1761 8894Department of General Surgery, The First Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Haidian District, No.28, Fuxing Road, Beijing, 100853 China
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- grid.414252.40000 0004 1761 8894Department of General Surgery, The First Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Haidian District, No.28, Fuxing Road, Beijing, 100853 China
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- grid.414252.40000 0004 1761 8894Department of General Surgery, The First Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Haidian District, No.28, Fuxing Road, Beijing, 100853 China
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- grid.414252.40000 0004 1761 8894Department of General Surgery, The First Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Haidian District, No.28, Fuxing Road, Beijing, 100853 China
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- Department of General Surgery, The First Medical Centre, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Haidian District, No.28, Fuxing Road, Beijing, 100853, China.
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Nasseri Y, Liu A, Kasheri E, Oka K, Cohen J, Ellenhorn J, Bergamaschi R, Barnajian M. Hartmann's Reversal is More Complex Than Elective Left Colectomy. Am Surg 2023; 89:224-229. [PMID: 36321223 DOI: 10.1177/00031348221135777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hartmann's reversal (HR) is associated with significant technical complexity and morbidity. The decision to perform HR is difficult and up to 50% of patients with colostomies do not undergo a reversal. To better guide surgeons and patients with this decision, we sought to assess the surgical risks and outcomes of HR as compared to elective left colectomy (LC). METHODS We conducted a retrospective analysis of a prospective database at a tertiary medical center. Patients undergoing elective Hartmann's reversal and left colectomy between January 2014 and November 2021 were identified. We compared preoperative variables, intraoperative events, and short-term postoperative outcomes. RESULTS 135 patients were identified: 30 HR and 105 LC. There were no significant differences in demographics or preoperative comorbidities between HR and LC. There were more open and fewer robotic cases in HR (23.3% vs 2.9%, P < .0001; 46.6% vs 76.0%, P < .01). Total operative time was significantly longer in HR than LC (261.8 vs 211.7 minutes, P = .02). There was a significantly higher percentage of intraoperative complications in HR (13.3% vs 1.9%, P < .01). There was a significantly higher rate of minor postoperative complications in HR than LC (46.7% vs 26.7%, P = .04), but not major (6.7% vs 5.8%, P = .85). Time to first flatus/bowel movement was significantly longer in HR than LC (3.6 vs 2.5 days, P < .001). CONCLUSION Hartmann's reversal is a more technically challenging operation than elective left colectomy and is associated with significantly higher rates of intraoperative and minor postoperative complications. Future studies should focus on mitigating these risk factors to optimize patient outcomes.
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- Yosef Nasseri
- Surgery Group Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA.,22494Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA.,22494Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA.,22494Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Surgery Group Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA.,22494Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Giesen LJX, Dekker JWT, Verseveld M, Crolla RMPH, van der Schelling GP, Verhoef C, Olthof PB. Implementation of robotic rectal cancer surgery: a cross-sectional nationwide study. Surg Endosc 2023; 37:912-920. [PMID: 36042043 PMCID: PMC9945537 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-022-09568-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2022] [Accepted: 08/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIM An increasing number of centers have implemented a robotic surgical program for rectal cancer. Several randomized controls trials have shown similar oncological and postoperative outcomes compared to standard laparoscopic resections. While introducing a robot rectal resection program seems safe, there are no data regarding implementation on a nationwide scale. Since 2018 robot resections are separately registered in the mandatory Dutch Colorectal Audit. The present study aims to evaluate the trend in the implementation of robotic resections (RR) for rectal cancer relative to laparoscopic rectal resections (LRR) in the Netherlands between 2018 and 2020 and to compare the differences in outcomes between the operative approaches. METHODS Patients with rectal cancer who underwent surgical resection between 2018 and 2020 were selected from the Dutch Colorectal Audit. The data included patient characteristics, disease characteristics, surgical procedure details, postoperative outcomes. The outcomes included any complication within 90 days after surgery; data were categorized according to surgical approach. RESULTS Between 2018 and 2020, 6330 patients were included in the analyses. 1146 patients underwent a RR (18%), 3312 patients a LRR (51%), 526 (8%) an open rectal resection, 641 a TaTME (10%), and 705 had a local resection (11%). The proportion of males and distal tumors was higher in the RR compared to the LRR. Over time, the proportion of robotic procedures increased from 15% (95% confidence intervals (CI) 13-16%) in 2018 to 22% (95% CI 20-24%) in 2020. Conversion rate was lower in the robotic group [4% (95% CI 3-5%) versus 7% (95% CI 6-8%)]. Anastomotic leakage rate was similar with 16%. Defunctioning ileostomies were more common in the RR group [42% (95% CI 38-46%) versus 29% (95% CI 26-31%)]. CONCLUSION Rectal resections are increasingly being performed through a robot-assisted approach in the Netherlands. The proportion of males and low rectal cancers was higher in RR compared to LRR. Overall outcomes were comparable, while conversion rate was lower in RR, the proportion of defunctioning ileostomies was higher compared to LRR.
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- L J X Giesen
- Department of Surgery, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
- Department of Surgery, Franciscus Gasthuis & Vlietland, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Surgery, Reinier de Graaf Gasthuis, Delft, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Surgery, Franciscus Gasthuis & Vlietland, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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Hiyoshi Y, Yamaguchi T, Matsuura N, Amano T, Kozu T, Mukai T, Nagasaki T, Akiyoshi T, Fukunaga Y. Advantages of the umbilical minilaparotomy-first approach in robotic rectal cancer surgery. Tech Coloproctol 2023; 27:71-74. [PMID: 35907168 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-022-02662-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Since 2018, we have performed robotic rectal cancer surgery at our institution via the umbilical mini-laparotomy-first approach. In the present technical note, we introduce the advantages of this approach. METHODS In this approach, a 3-cm mini-laparotomy and the wound protector attachment are performed prior to port placement for the da Vinci® Xi system. During robotic surgery, the assistant can adjust the location of the camera port within the wound protector. RESULTS This approach is only different from the standard port placement in terms of the timing of minilaparotomy; therefore, there is no additional cost. This approach has several advantages. 1: Intraabdominal adhesion around the umbilicus can be dissected under direct vision. 2: Robot arm collision can be diminished. 3: The diverting stoma can be located just at the preoperative stoma-site marking. 4: The da Vinci® camera is less likely to be dirty. 5: Assistant ports can be added through the wound protector. However, sometimes interference between the wound protector extends inside the abdomen and other ports can be a problem, especially in small patients. A smaller-size wound protector is thus recommended in such cases. CONCLUSIONS The umbilical minilaparotomy-first approach in robotic rectal cancer surgery is a simple and feasible technique with great advantages for not only ensuring successful robotic surgery but also reducing the stoma-associated complications.
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- Yukiharu Hiyoshi
- Gastroenterological Center, Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, The Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, 3-8-31 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, 135-8550, Japan
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- Gastroenterological Center, Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, The Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, 3-8-31 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, 135-8550, Japan.
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- Gastroenterological Center, Department of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) Nursing, The Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, 3-8-31 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, 135-8550, Japan
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- Gastroenterological Center, Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, The Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, 3-8-31 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, 135-8550, Japan
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- Gastroenterological Center, Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, The Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, 3-8-31 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, 135-8550, Japan
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- Gastroenterological Center, Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, The Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, 3-8-31 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, 135-8550, Japan
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- Gastroenterological Center, Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, The Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, 3-8-31 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, 135-8550, Japan
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- Gastroenterological Center, Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, The Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, 3-8-31 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, 135-8550, Japan
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- Gastroenterological Center, Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, The Cancer Institute Hospital of Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research, 3-8-31 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, 135-8550, Japan
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Crolla RM, Coffey JC, Consten EJC. The Mesentery in Robot-Assisted Total Mesorectal Excision. Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2022; 35:298-305. [PMID: 35975108 PMCID: PMC9365460 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1743583] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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In recent decades, surgery for rectal cancer has evolved from an operation normally performed under poor vision with a lot of blood loss, relatively high morbidity, and mortality to a safer operation. Currently, minimally invasive rectal procedures are performed with limited blood loss, reduced morbidity, and minimal mortality. The main cause is better knowledge of anatomy and adhering to the principle of operating along embryological planes. Surgery has become surgery of compartments, more so than that of organs. So, rectal cancer surgery has evolved to mesorectal cancer surgery as propagated by Heald and others. The focus on the mesentery of the rectum has led to renewed attention to the anatomy of the fascia surrounding the rectum. Better magnification during laparoscopy and improved optimal three-dimensional (3D) vision during robot-assisted surgery have contributed to the refinement of total mesorectal excision (TME). In this chapter, we describe how to perform a robot-assisted TME with particular attention to the mesentery. Specific points of focus and problem solving are discussed.
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- Rogier M.P.H. Crolla
- Department of Surgery, Laparoscopic and Robotic Gastrointestinal/Oncological Surgeon, Amphia Hospital, Breda, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospitals Group Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Department of Surgery, Laparoscopic and Robotic Gastrointestinal/Oncological Surgeon, Academic Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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Patel SV, Wiseman V, Zhang L, MacDonald PH, Merchant SM, Barnett KW, Caycedo-Marulanda A. The impact of robotic surgery on a tertiary care colorectal surgery program, an assessment of costs and short term outcomes: A Canadian perspective. Surg Endosc 2022; 36:6084-6094. [PMID: 35212820 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-022-09059-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2021] [Accepted: 01/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Robotic surgery for colorectal pathology has gained interest as it can overcome technical challenges and limitations of traditional laparoscopic surgery. A lack of training and costs have been cited as reasons for limiting its use in Canada. The objective of this paper was to assess the impact of robotic surgery on outcomes and costs in a Canadian setting. METHODS This is a retrospective study of consecutive patients undergoing left sided colorectal surgery ("Pre-Robotic Phase" n = 145 vs. "Post Robotic Phase" n = 150) and a single tertiary care centre in Ontario, Canada. Utilization and success of minimally invasive surgery (MIS), length of stay, complications and hospital costs were compared. Univariate and Multivariate analysis was used for these comparisons. RESULTS Characteristics, diagnosis and type of resection were similar between groups. Robotic Implementation resulted in higher rates of successful MIS (i.e. attempt at MIS without conversion) (85% vs. 47%, P < 0.001), shorter mean length of stay (4.7 days vs. 8.4 days, P < 0.001), and similar mean operative times (3.9 h vs. 3.9 h, P = 0.93). Emergency Department visits were fewer in the Robotic Phase (24% vs. 34%, P = 0.04), with no difference in readmission, anastomotic leak or unplanned reoperation. After robotic implementation, the mean total hospital costs decreased, but this was not statistically significant (-$1453, 95% CI -$3974 to +$1068, P = 0.25). Regression analysis, adjusting for age, gender, obesity, ASA and procedure showed similar findings (Robotic Phase -$657, 95% CI -$3038 to +$1724, vs Pre Robotic Phase [Reference], P = 0.59). INTERPRETATION Implementation of a robotic colorectal surgery program in a Canadian tertiary care centre showed improved clinical outcomes, without a significant increase in the cost of care. Although this study is from a single institution, we have demonstrated that robotic colorectal surgery is feasible and can be cost effective in the right setting.
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- Sunil V Patel
- Department of Surgery, Queens University, Kingston, ON, Canada.,Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Queens University, Kingston, ON, Canada.,Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Queens University, Kingston, ON, Canada.,Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Queens University, Kingston, ON, Canada.,Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Queens University, Kingston, ON, Canada.,Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Queens University, Kingston, ON, Canada. .,Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Kingston, ON, Canada.
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Operative and Survival Outcomes of Robotic-Assisted Surgery for Colorectal Cancer in Elderly and Very Elderly Patients: A Study in a Tertiary Hospital in South Korea. JOURNAL OF ONCOLOGY 2022; 2022:7043380. [PMID: 35140787 PMCID: PMC8818427 DOI: 10.1155/2022/7043380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2021] [Revised: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 01/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Materials and Methods Data of all patients ≥75 years who underwent a robotic-assisted curative resection in Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, South Korea, between January 2007 and January 2021 were extracted from a prospectively maintained colorectal cancer database. Patients were subdivided into the three groups according to the age: youngest-old (YO: 75–80 years), middle-old (MO: 81–85), and oldest-old (OO: ≥86 years). Intraoperative findings, postoperative, and oncological outcomes were compared between the groups. Results Seventy-six consecutive patients (female 52.6%) were included; mean age was 80 years (SD 0.33); mean body mass index (BMI), 23.8 20.9 kg/m2 (SD 3.58); mean total operative time, 279 min (SD 80.93); mean blood loss, 186 ml (SD 204.03); mean postoperative length of stay, 14 days (SD 12.03). Major complications were seen in 2.1% of patients. The 30-day mortality rate was 0%. Average number of lymph node harvested was 20.9 (SD 12.33). Postoperative complications were not statistically different between the groups. Mean follow-up time for cancer-specific survival (CSS) was 99.28 months for the YO, 72.11 months for MO, and 31.25 months for OO groups (p = 0.045). The CSS rates at 5 years were 27.0%, 21.0%, and 0%, respectively. Recurrence risk was 10.50 times higher in the OO group than the others (adjusted HR, 95% CI 1.868–59.047, p = 0.008). In the multivariable analysis, TNM stage was not a risk factor for CSS in all groups. The number of the harvested nodes was a protective factor for recurrence (HR of 0.932, 95% CI 0.875–0.992, p = 0.027) and CSS (HR of 0.928, 95% CI 0.861–0.999, p = 0.047) in elderly patients. Conclusion Robotic surgery is highly feasible in elderly and very elderly colorectal cancer patients, providing a favorable operative safety profile and an acceptable cancer-specific survival outcome.
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Myrseth E, Nymo LS, Gjessing PF, Norderval S. Diverting stomas reduce reoperation rates for anastomotic leak but not overall reoperation rates within 30 days after anterior rectal resection: a national cohort study. Int J Colorectal Dis 2022; 37:1681-1688. [PMID: 35739403 PMCID: PMC9262798 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-022-04205-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/18/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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PURPOSE A diverting stoma is commonly formed to reduce the rate of anastomotic leak following anterior resection with anastomosis, although some studies question this strategy. The aim of this study was to assess the leak rates and overall complication burden after anterior resection with and without a diverting stoma. METHODS A 5-year national cohort with prospectively registered data of patients who underwent elective anterior resection for rectal cancer located < 15 cm from the anal verge. Data were retrieved from the Norwegian Registry for Gastrointestinal Surgery and the Norwegian Colorectal Cancer Registry. Primary end point was relaparotomy or relaparoscopy for anastomotic leak within 30 days from index surgery. Secondary endpoints were postoperative complications including reoperation for any cause. RESULTS Some 1018 patients were included of whom 567 had a diverting stoma and 451 had not. Rate of reoperation for anastomotic leak was 13 out of 567 (2.3%) for patients with diverting stoma and 35 out of 451 (7.8%) (p > 0.001) for patients without. In multivariable analyses not having a diverting stoma (aOR 3.77, c.i 1.97-7.24, p < 0.001) was associated with increased risk for anastomotic leak. However, there were no differences in overall reoperation rates following anterior resection with or without diverting stoma (9.3% vs 10.9%, p = 0.423), and overall complication rates were similar. Reoperation was associated with increased mortality irrespective of the main intraoperative finding. CONCLUSION Diverting stoma formation after anterior resection is protective against reoperation for anastomotic leak but does not affect overall rates of reoperation or complications within 30 days.
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- Elisabeth Myrseth
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, University Hospital of North Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway.
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health Science, UiT, The Arctic University of Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway.
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, University Hospital of North Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health Science, UiT, The Arctic University of Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, University Hospital of North Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health Science, UiT, The Arctic University of Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, University Hospital of North Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health Science, UiT, The Arctic University of Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway
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Giuliani G, Guerra F, Coletta D, Giuliani A, Salvischiani L, Tribuzi A, Caravaglios G, Genovese A, Coratti A. Robotic versus conventional laparoscopic technique for the treatment of left-sided colonic diverticular disease: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Int J Colorectal Dis 2022; 37:101-109. [PMID: 34599362 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-021-04038-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/21/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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PURPOSE Minimally invasive surgery has been universally accepted as a valid option for the treatment of diverticular disease, provided specific expertise is available. Over the last decade, there has been a growing interest in the application of robotic approaches for diverticular disease. We aimed at evaluating whether robotic colectomy may offer some advantages over the laparoscopic approach for surgical treatment of diverticular disease by meta-analyzing the available data from the medical literature. METHODS The PubMed/Medline, EMBASE, and Web Of Sciences electronic databases were searched for literature up to December 2020. Inclusion criteria considered all comparative studies evaluating robotic versus laparoscopic colectomy for diverticulitis eligible. The conversion rate to the open approach was evaluated as the primary outcome. RESULTS The data of 4177 patients from nine studies were included in the analysis. There were no significant differences in the baseline characteristics. Patients undergoing laparoscopic colectomy compared to those who underwent surgery with a robotic approach had a significantly higher risk of conversion into an open procedure (12.5% vs. 7.4%, p < 0.00001) and abbreviated hospital stay (p < 0.0001) at the price of a longer operating time (p < 0.00001). CONCLUSION Compared with conventional laparoscopic surgery, the robotic approach offers significant advantages in terms of conversion rate and shortened hospital stay for the treatment of diverticular disease. However, because of the lack of available evidence, it is impossible to draw definitive conclusions.
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- Giuseppe Giuliani
- Department of General and Urgency Surgery, Misericordia Hospital, Via Senese, 161, 58100, Grosseto, Italy.
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- Department of General and Urgency Surgery, Misericordia Hospital, Via Senese, 161, 58100, Grosseto, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Emergency Department - Emergency and Trauma Surgery Unit, Umberto I University Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.,Department of General Surgery, Ospedali Riuniti Marche Nord, Pesaro, Italy
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- Department of Biotechnological and Applied Clinical Sciences, Department of General Surgery, University of L'Aquila, San Salvatore Hospital, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Department of General and Urgency Surgery, Misericordia Hospital, Via Senese, 161, 58100, Grosseto, Italy
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- Department of General and Urgency Surgery, Misericordia Hospital, Via Senese, 161, 58100, Grosseto, Italy
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- Department of General and Urgency Surgery, Misericordia Hospital, Via Senese, 161, 58100, Grosseto, Italy
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- Department of General and Urgency Surgery, Misericordia Hospital, Via Senese, 161, 58100, Grosseto, Italy
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- Department of General and Urgency Surgery, Misericordia Hospital, Via Senese, 161, 58100, Grosseto, Italy
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Piozzi GN, Kim SH. Robotic Intersphincteric Resection for Low Rectal Cancer: Technical Controversies and a Systematic Review on the Perioperative, Oncological, and Functional Outcomes. Ann Coloproctol 2021; 37:351-367. [PMID: 34784706 PMCID: PMC8717069 DOI: 10.3393/ac.2021.00836.0119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Revised: 10/13/2021] [Accepted: 10/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Intersphincteric resection (ISR) is the ultimate anus-sparing technique for low rectal cancer and is considered an oncologically safe alternative to abdominoperineal resection. The application of the robotic approach to ISR (RISR) has been described by few specialized surgical teams with several differences regarding approach and technique. This review aims to discuss the technical aspects of RISR by evaluating point by point each surgical controversy. Moreover, a systematic review was performed to report the perioperative, oncological, and functional outcomes of RISR. Postoperative morbidities after RISR are acceptable. RISR allows adequate surgical margins and adequate oncological outcomes. RISR may result in severe bowel and genitourinary dysfunction affecting the quality of life in a portion of patients.
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- Guglielmo Niccolò Piozzi
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Korea University Anam Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Korea University Anam Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Toh JWT, Wang H, Collins G, Beinke C, Zhang E, Escott A, El-Khoury T, Pathma-Nathan N. Transanal minimally invasive surgery to rescue anastomosis following leak after low anterior resection: A case report. LAPAROSCOPIC, ENDOSCOPIC AND ROBOTIC SURGERY 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lers.2021.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Rückbeil O, Sebestyen U, Schlick T, Krüger CM. [Structured Implementation and Modular In-house Training as Key Success Factors in Robotically Assisted Surgery - Evaluation Using the Example of Colorectal Surgery]. Zentralbl Chir 2021; 147:35-41. [PMID: 34607387 DOI: 10.1055/a-1552-4236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To demonstrate the applicability of structured implementation of robotic assisted surgery (RAS) and to evaluate a modular training procedure during the implementation phase in in-house mentoring. METHOD Execution of a self-defined PDCA (PDCA: Plan-Do-Check-Act) implementation cycle accompanied by prospective data collection of patient characteristics, operation times, complications, conversion rates and postoperative length of stay of a modularly defined training operation (robotic assisted rectosigmoid resection - RARSR). RESULTS Evaluation of 100 consecutive cases distributed among 3 trainees and an in-house mentor as internal control group. Presentation of qualitatively safe and successful implementation with a short learning curve of the training operation with balanced patient characteristics. CONCLUSIONS Structured implementation enables the safe introduction of RAS in visceral surgery. In this context, modular training operations can facilitate the adoption of RAS by users under everyday conditions. For the first time, we demonstrate this within an in-house mentoring approach.
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- Oskar Rückbeil
- Chirurgie/Zentrum für Robotik, Immanuel Klinik Rüdersdorf, Rüdersdorf bei Berlin, Germany
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- Chirurgie/Zentrum für Robotik, Immanuel Klinik Rüdersdorf, Rüdersdorf bei Berlin, Germany
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- Chirurgie/Zentrum für Robotik, Immanuel Klinik Rüdersdorf, Rüdersdorf bei Berlin, Germany
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- Chirurgie/Zentrum für Robotik, Immanuel Klinik Rüdersdorf, Rüdersdorf bei Berlin, Germany
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Li H, Zhang Y, Wang S, Wang T. Effects of Robotic Versus Laparoscopic Surgery for Rectal Cancer on Male Urinary Function: a Meta-analysis. Indian J Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s12262-020-02617-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Tong G, Zhang G, Zheng Z. Robotic and robotic-assisted vs laparoscopic rectal cancer surgery: A meta-analysis of short-term and long-term results. Asian J Surg 2021; 44:1549. [PMID: 34593279 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2021.08.053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2020] [Accepted: 03/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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The usage of robotic surgery in rectal cancer (RC) is increasing, but there is an ongoing debate as to whether it provides any benefit. This study conducted a meta-analysis of rectal cancer surgery for short-term and long-term outcome by Robotic and robotic-assisted surgery (RS) vs laparoscopic surgery (LS).Pubmed, Embase, Ovid, CNKI, Cochrane Library and Web of Science databases were searched. Studies clearly documenting a comparison of short-term and long-term effect between RS and LS for RC were selected. Lymph node harvested, operation time, hospital stay, circumferential resection margins(CRM), complications, 3-year disease-free survival (DFS) and 5-year DFS parameters were evaluated. All data were performed by Review Manager 5.3 software. Nine studies were collected that included 1436 cases in total, 716 (49.86%) in the RS group, 720(50.14%) in the LS group. Compared with LS, RS was associated with longer operation time (MD 35.19, 95%CI [7.57, 62.81]; P = 0.01), but similar hospital stay (MD -0.43, 95%CI [-0.87,0.01]; P = 0.05).Lymph node harvested, CRM, complications, 3-year DFS, 5-year DFS had no significance difference between RS and LS groups(MD -0.67,95%CI[-1.53,0.19];P = 0.13;MD 0.86,95%CI[0.54,1.37];P = 0.52;MD 0.97,95%CI [0.73,1.29];P = 0.86;MD 0.94,95%CI[0.60,1.48];P = 0.79;MD 0.88,95%CI[0.52,1.47];P = 0.61 respectively).RS is feasible and safe for RC. It has an advantage in short -term outcome and a similar effect in long-term outcome compared with LS.
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- Guojun Tong
- Colorectal Surgery, Huzhou Central Hospital Affiliated Huzhou University, Sanhuan North Road 1558#, Zhejiang, 313000, China; Central Laboratory, Huzhou Central Hospital Affiliated Huzhou University, Sanhuan North Road 1558#, Zhejiang, 313000, China.
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- Colorectal Surgery, Huzhou Central Hospital Affiliated Huzhou University, Sanhuan North Road 1558#, Zhejiang, 313000, China
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- Colorectal Surgery, Huzhou Central Hospital Affiliated Huzhou University, Sanhuan North Road 1558#, Zhejiang, 313000, China
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Morrell ALG, Charles Morrell-Junior A, Morrell AG, Couto Almeida-Filho E, Ribeiro DMFR, Ribeiro GMPAR, Tustumi F, Mendes JMF, Morrell AC. Technical essential aspects in robotic colorectal surgery: mastering the Da Vinci Si and Xi platforms. Rev Col Bras Cir 2021; 48:e20213007. [PMID: 34586205 PMCID: PMC10683435 DOI: 10.1590/0100-6991e-20213007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2021] [Accepted: 05/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND laparoscopy surgery has many proven clinical advantages over conventional surgery and more recently, robotic surgery has been the emerging platform in the minimally invasive era. In the colorectal field, although overcoming limitations of standard laparoscopy, robotic surgery still faces challenging situations even by the most experienced colorectal surgeons. This study reports essentials technical aspects and comparison between Da Vincis Si and Xi platforms aiming to master and maximize efficiency whenever performing robotic colorectal surgery. METHODS this study overviews the most structured concepts and practical applications in robotic colorectal surgery in both Si and Xi Da Vinci platforms. Possible pitfalls are emphasized and step-wise approach is described from port placement and docking process to surgical technique. We also present data collected from a prospectively maintained database. RESULTS our early experience includes forty-four patients following a standardized total robotic left-colon and rectal resection. Guided information and practical applications for a safe and efficient robotic colorectal surgery are described. We also present illustrations and describe technical aspects of a standardized procedure. CONCLUSION performing robotic colorectal surgery is feasible and safe in experienced surgeons hands. Although the Da Vinci Xi platform demonstrates greater versatility in a more user-friendly design with technological advances, the correct mastery of technology by the surgical team is an essential condition for its fully robotic execution in a single docking approach.
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- Andre Luiz Gioia Morrell
- - Instituto Morrell, Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo Robótica e Minimamente Invasiva - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
- - Grupo Leforte, Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Bariátrica e Metabólica Robótica - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
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- - Instituto Morrell, Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo Robótica e Minimamente Invasiva - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
- - Grupo Leforte, Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Bariátrica e Metabólica Robótica - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
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- - Instituto Morrell, Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo Robótica e Minimamente Invasiva - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
- - Grupo Leforte, Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo, Bariátrica e Metabólica Robótica - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
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- - Hospital Vila Nova Star, Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo Robótica e Minimamente Invasiva - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
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- - Sociedade Beneficente Israelita Brasileira Albert Einstein, Cirurgia Geral e do Aparelho Digestivo Minimamente Invasiva e Robótica - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
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- - Sociedade Beneficente Israelita Brasileira Albert Einstein, Cirurgia Geral e do Aparelho Digestivo Minimamente Invasiva e Robótica - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
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- - Instituto Morrell, Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo Robótica e Minimamente Invasiva - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
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- - Sociedade Beneficente Israelita Brasileira Albert Einstein, Cirurgia Geral e do Aparelho Digestivo Minimamente Invasiva e Robótica - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
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- - Instituto Morrell, Cirurgia do Aparelho Digestivo Robótica e Minimamente Invasiva - São Paulo - SP - Brasil
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Liu C, Li X, Wang Q. Postoperative complications observed with robotic versus laparoscopic surgery for the treatment of rectal cancer: An updated meta-analysis of recently published studies. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e27158. [PMID: 34516507 PMCID: PMC8428752 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000027158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2021] [Revised: 08/02/2021] [Accepted: 08/18/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND This is an updated meta-analysis comparing the postoperative complications observed with robotic versus laparoscopic surgery (LS) for the treatment of rectal cancer. METHODS Cochrane central, MEDLNE (Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online), EMBASE (Excerpta Medica dataBASE), Google Scholar, Web of Science and http://www.ClinicalTrials.gov were searched for studies (published after the year 2015), comparing robotic versus LS for the treatment of rectal cancer. The postoperative outcomes were considered as the endpoints in this analysis. RevMan 5.4 was used to carry out the statistical analysis. Risk ratio (RR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI) were used to represent the results following data analysis. RESULTS A total number of 22,744 participants were included in this study whereby 9178 participants were assigned to the robotic surgery and 13,566 participants were assigned to the LS group. The time period of patients' enrollment varied from years 2007 to 2017. Our results showed that overall complications (RR: 0.91, 95% CI: 0.71-1.17; P = .45), wound complications (RR: 0.81, 95% CI: 0.64-1.04; P = .09), anastomotic leak (RR: 1.12, 95% CI: 0.88-1.42; P = .37), anastomotic bleeding (RR: 0.88, 95% CI: 0.29-2.64; P = .82), stoma-related complications (RR: 0.88, 95% CI: 0.24-3.21; P = .85), intra-abdominal abscess (RR: 0.53. 95% CI: 0.22-1.31; P = .17), urinary tract infection (RR: 0.94, 95% CI: 0.53-1.66; P = .83), enterocolitis (RR: 1.35, 95% CI: 0.38-4.71; P = .64), reoperation (RR: 0.85, 95% CI: 0.46-1.54; P = .58), and mortality (RR: 0.75, 95% CI: 0.34-1.62; P = .46) were not significantly different between robotic-assisted versus LS for rectal cancer. Postoperative ileus (RR: 1.21, 95% CI: 0.81-1.81; P = .34), readmission (RR: 1.17, 95% CI: 0.75-1.83; P = .48), and urinary retention (RR: 0.51, 95% CI: 0.21-1.23; P = .14) were also similarly manifested. CONCLUSIONS In this updated meta-analysis, both robotic and laparoscopic surgeries were equally effective for the treatment of rectal cancer. Similar postoperative complications were observed. However, our analysis was restricted only to postoperative outcomes, parameters such as duration of surgery were not taken into consideration.
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- Chengkui Liu
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Zibo Central Hospital, Zibo, Shandong, PR China
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- Operating Room, Zibo Central Hospital, Zibo, Shandong, PR China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Zibo Central Hospital, Zibo, Shandong, PR China
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Update on Robotic Total Mesorectal Excision for Rectal Cancer. J Pers Med 2021; 11:jpm11090900. [PMID: 34575677 PMCID: PMC8472541 DOI: 10.3390/jpm11090900] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2021] [Revised: 09/04/2021] [Accepted: 09/06/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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The minimally invasive treatment of rectal cancer with Total Mesorectal Excision is a complex and challenging procedure due to technical and anatomical issues which could impair postoperative, oncological and functional outcomes, especially in a defined subgroup of patients. The results from recent randomized controlled trials comparing laparoscopic versus open surgery are still conflicting and trans-anal bottom-up approaches have recently been developed. Robotic surgery represents the latest consistent innovation in the field of minimally invasive surgery that may potentially overcome the technical limitations of conventional laparoscopy thanks to an enhanced dexterity, especially in deep narrow operative fields such as the pelvis. Results from population-based multicenter studies have shown the potential advantages of robotic surgery when compared to its laparoscopic counterpart in terms of reduced conversions, complication rates and length of stay. Costs, often advocated as one of the main drawbacks of robotic surgery, should be thoroughly evaluated including both the direct and indirect costs, with the latter having the potential of counterbalancing the excess of expenditure directly related to the purchase and maintenance of robotic equipment. Further prospectively maintained or randomized data are still required to better delineate the advantages of the robotic platform, especially in the subset of most complex and technically challenging patients from both an anatomical and oncological standpoint.
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Correa J, Aribo C, Stuparich M, Nahas S, Cheung C, Behbehani S. Malfunction Events in the US FDA MAUDE Database: How Does Robotic Gynecologic Surgery Compare with Other Specialties? J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2021; 29:300-307.e1. [PMID: 34464761 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2021.08.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2021] [Revised: 08/20/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE To review malfunction events (MEs) related to the use of the da Vinci robot reported to the United States Food and Drug Administration Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience in the last 10 years and compare gynecologic surgery with other surgical specialties. DESIGN A retrospective review. SETTING Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience database. PATIENTS Reports from 2010 to 2020 with keywords "Davinci" and "Intuitive". INTERVENTIONS Report review. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS There were 679 reports included in the final analysis. Most MEs occurred intraoperatively (81.7%) and were related to robotic instrument malfunction (84.5%), and 30% required an instrument switch to complete the procedure. Conversion to open and laparoscopic surgery was required in 3.1% and 1.3% of MEs, respectively. Injury to the patient occurred in 15.6% of MEs. Of the reported injuries to patients, 6.6% were related to robotic malfunction, 49.2% to instrument malfunction, and 18% to surgeon or staff misuse of the robotic system, and 15.6% were complications inherent to the procedure, not related to the robotic system. Of all the reported MEs, 4.4% were related to robot malfunction, 1.5% to console malfunction, 73.3% to Intuitive accessory malfunction, 11.2% to other accessory malfunction, 4% to surgeon or staff misuse of robotic system, and 3% to complications inherent to the procedure. Comparison between gynecologic surgery and other surgical specialties showed that 14.4% of issues were solved intraoperatively in gynecologic surgery vs 13.7% in other specialties (p = .185). The procedure was completed robotically in 85.2% in gynecologic surgery vs 84% in other specialties, laparoscopically 4.6% vs 3.7%, and open in 10.2% vs 12.4%, respectively (p = .883). In gynecologic surgery, reported MEs were made by patients in 14.8% vs 4.8% in other specialties, manufacturer in 78.4% vs 74.2%, and operating room staff in 2.3% vs 16.1%, respectively (p = .007). Injury to patient was similar in gynecologic surgery compared with other specialties (35.1% vs 23.4%, p = .122). Gynecologic and other specialty MEs did not state the need for procedure rescheduling (0% vs 0%). CONCLUSION Most reported robotic MEs occurred intraoperatively, were related to robotic instrument malfunctions, and required an instrument switch. Most surgeries are completed robotically, but conversion to either an open or laparoscopic approach was reported in 4.4%. Of the 114 reported injuries, 47.4% were Clavien-Dindo grade III+. There were no differences noted in patient injury between gynecologic surgery and other specialties.
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- Jasmine Correa
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Drs. Correa, Aribo, Stuparich, Nahas, and Behbehani), University of California, Riverside, California
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Drs. Correa, Aribo, Stuparich, Nahas, and Behbehani), University of California, Riverside, California
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Drs. Correa, Aribo, Stuparich, Nahas, and Behbehani), University of California, Riverside, California
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Drs. Correa, Aribo, Stuparich, Nahas, and Behbehani), University of California, Riverside, California
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- Riverside School of Medicine, and Department of Psychology (Dr. Cheung), University of California, Riverside, California
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Drs. Correa, Aribo, Stuparich, Nahas, and Behbehani), University of California, Riverside, California.
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Tagliabue F, Burati M, Chiarelli M, Cioffi U, Zago M. Robotic surgery in colon cancer: current evidence and future perspectives – narrative review. Artif Intell Gastrointest Endosc 2021; 2:110-116. [DOI: 10.37126/aige.v2.i4.110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2021] [Revised: 05/14/2021] [Accepted: 08/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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In the last 10 years, surgery has been developing towards minimal invasiveness; therefore, robotic surgery represents the consequent evolution of laparoscopic surgery. Worldwide, surgeons’ performances have been upgraded by the ergonomic developments of robotic systems, leading to several benefits for patients. The introduction into the market of the new Da Vinci Xi system has made it possible to perform all types of surgery on the colon, an in selected cases, to combine interventions in other organs or viscera at the same time. Optimization of the suprapubic surgical approach may shorten the length of hospital stay for patients who undergo robotic colonic resection. From this perspective, single-port robotic colectomy, has reduced the number of robotic ports needed, allowing a better anesthetic outcome and faster recovery. The introduction on the market of new surgical robotic systems from multiple manufacturers is bound to change the landscape of robotic surgery and yield high-quality surgical outcomes.
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- Fulvio Tagliabue
- Department of Emergency and Robotic Surgery, A. Manzoni Hospital–ASST Lecco, Lecco 23900, Italy
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- Department of Emergency and Robotic Surgery, A. Manzoni Hospital–ASST Lecco, Lecco 23900, Italy
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- Department of Emergency and Robotic Surgery, A. Manzoni Hospital–ASST Lecco, Lecco 23900, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, University of Milan, Milano 20122, Italy
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- Department of Emergency and Robotic Surgery, A. Manzoni Hospital–ASST Lecco, Lecco 23900, Italy
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Myrseth E, Nymo LS, Gjessing PF, Kørner H, Kvaløy JT, Norderval S. Lower conversion rate with robotic assisted rectal resections compared with conventional laparoscopy; a national cohort study. Surg Endosc 2021; 36:3574-3584. [PMID: 34406469 PMCID: PMC9001201 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08681-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2021] [Accepted: 08/07/2021] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Background Conversion from laparoscopic to open access colorectal surgery is associated with a poorer postoperative outcome. The aim of this study was to assess conversion rates and outcomes after standard laparoscopic rectal resection (LR) and robotic laparoscopic rectal resection (RR). Methods A national 5-year cohort study utilizing prospectively recorded data on patients who underwent elective major laparoscopic resection for rectal cancer. Data were retrieved from the Norwegian Registry for Gastrointestinal Surgery and from the Norwegian Colorectal Cancer Registry. Primary end point was conversion rate. Secondary end points were postoperative complications within 30 days and histopathological results. Chi-square test, two-sided T test, and Mann–Whitney U test were used for univariable analyses. Both univariable and multivariable logistic regression analyses were used to analyze the relations between different predictors and outcomes, and propensity score matching was performed to address potential treatment assignment bias. Results A total of 1284 patients were included, of whom 375 underwent RR and 909 LR. Conversion rate was 8 out of 375 (2.1%) for RR compared with 87 out of 909 (9.6%) for LR (p < 0.001). RR was associated with reduced risk for conversion compared with LR (aOR 0.22, 95% CI 0.10–0.46). There were no other outcome differences between RR and LR. Factors associated with increased risk for conversion were male gender, severe cardiac disease and BMI > 30. Conversion was associated with higher rates of major complications (20 out of 95 (21.2%) vs 135 out of 1189 (11.4%) p = 0.005), reoperations (13 out of 95 (13.7%) vs 93 out of 1189 (7.1%) p = 0.020), and longer hospital stay (median 8 days vs 6 days, p = 0.001). Conclusion Conversion rate was lower with robotic assisted rectal resections compared with conventional laparoscopy. Conversions were associated with higher rates of postoperative complications.
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- Elisabeth Myrseth
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, University Hospital of North Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway. .,Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health Science, UiT, The Arctic University of Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway.
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, University Hospital of North Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway.,Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health Science, UiT, The Arctic University of Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, University Hospital of North Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway.,Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health Science, UiT, The Arctic University of Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Stavanger University Hospital, 4068, Stavanger, Norway.,Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, 5020, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Mathematics and Physics, University of Stavanger, 4036, Stavanger, Norway.,Department of Research, Stavanger University Hospital, 4068, Stavanger, Norway
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, University Hospital of North Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway.,Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health Science, UiT, The Arctic University of Norway, 9019, Tromsø, Norway
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Does conversion during minimally invasive rectal surgery for cancer have an impact on short-term and oncologic outcomes? Results of a retrospective cohort study. Surg Endosc 2021; 36:3558-3566. [PMID: 34398282 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08679-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 08/07/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Although minimally invasive rectal surgery (MIRS) for cancer provides better recovery for similar oncologic outcomes over open approach, conversion is still required in 10% and its impact on short-term and long-term outcomes remains unclear. The aim of our study was to evaluate the impact of conversion on postoperative and oncologic outcomes in patients undergoing MIRS for cancer. METHODS From June 2011 to March 2020, we reviewed 257 minimally invasive rectal resections for cancer recorded in a prospectively maintained database, with 192 robotic and 65 laparoscopic approaches. Patients who required conversion to open (Conversion group) were compared to those who did not have conversion (No conversion group) in terms of short-term, histologic, and oncologic outcomes. Univariate and multivariate analyses of the risk factors for postoperative morbidity were performed. RESULTS Eighteen patients (7%) required conversion. The conversion rate was significantly higher in the laparoscopic approach than in the robotic approach (16.9% vs 3.6%, p < 0.01). Among the 4 reactive conversions, 3 (75%) were required during robotic resections. Patients in the Conversion group had a higher morbidity rate (83.3% vs 43.1%, p = 0.01) and more severe complications (38.9%, vs 18.8%, p = 0.041). Male sex [HR = 2.46, 95%CI (1.41-4.26)], total mesorectal excision [HR = 2.89, 95%CI (1.57-5.320)], and conversion (HR = 4.87, 95%CI [1.34-17.73]) were independently associated with a higher risk of overall 30-day morbidity. R1 resections were more frequent in the Conversion group (22.2% vs 5.4%, p = 0.023) without differences in the overall (82.7 ± 7.0 months vs 79.4 ± 3.3 months, p = 0.448) and disease-free survivals (49.0 ± 8.6 months vs 70.2 ± 4.1 months, p = 0.362). CONCLUSION Conversion to laparotomy during MIRS for cancer was associated with poorer postoperative results without impairing oncologic outcomes. The high frequency of reactive conversion due to intraoperative complications in robotic resections confirmed that MIRS for cancer is a technically challenging procedure.
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McGuirk M, Gachabayov M, Rojas A, Kajmolli A, Gogna S, Gu KW, Qiuye Q, Dong XD. Simultaneous Robot Assisted Colon and Liver Resection for Metastatic Colon Cancer. JSLS 2021; 25:JSLS.2020.00108. [PMID: 34248343 PMCID: PMC8249220 DOI: 10.4293/jsls.2020.00108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Introduction Simultaneous robot assisted colon and liver resections are being performed more frequently at present due to the expanded adoption of the robotic platform for surgical management of metastatic colon cancer. However, this approach has not been studied in detail with only case series available in the literature. The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the current body of evidence on the feasibility of performing simultaneous robotic colon and liver resections. Methods A systematic review was performed through PubMed to identify relevant articles describing simultaneous colon and liver resections for metastatic colon cancer. Results A total of 28 patients underwent simultaneous resections robotically with an average operative time of 420.3 minutes and average blood loss of 275.6 ml. Postoperative stay was 8.6 days on average with all cases achieving negative surgical margins. Conclusions Robotic simultaneous resection of colorectal cancer with liver metastases is technically feasible and seems oncologically equivalent to open or laparoscopic surgery. Further studies are urgently needed to assess benefits of robotic surgery in the patient population.
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- Matthew McGuirk
- Department of Surgery, Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College
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- Department of Surgery, Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College
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- Department of Surgery, Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College
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- Department of Surgery, Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College
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- Department of Surgery, Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College
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- Department of Surgery, Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College
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- Department of Surgery, Nuvance Health-Whittingham Cancer Center
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- Department of Surgery, Nuvance Health-Whittingham Cancer Center
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State of the art robotic distal pancreatectomy: a review of the literature. Updates Surg 2021; 73:881-891. [PMID: 34050901 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-021-01070-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2020] [Accepted: 04/28/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Minimally invasive distal pancreatectomy has become increasingly used in practice. While laparoscopic approach is the most commonly used technique, robotic distal pancreatectomy (RDP) has emerged as a safe, feasible and effective approach for distal pancreatectomy. Most studies have shown that RDP improved perioperative surgical outcomes and has equivalent oncologic outcomes to open technique. Widespread adoption is limited by a steep learning curve, higher costs and the need for institutional training protocols in place for safe integration of the platform into practice.
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Ishizuka M, Shibuya N, Takagi K, Hachiya H, Tago K, Shimizu T, Matsumoto T, Aoki T, Kubota K. Postoperative Complications Associated With Intra- Versus Extracorporeal Anastomosis for Laparoscopic Right Colectomy. Am Surg 2021; 88:2831-2841. [PMID: 34039069 DOI: 10.1177/00031348211023417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the postoperative complications of intracorporeal anastomosis (ICA) and extracorporeal anastomosis (ECA) in patients undergoing laparoscopic right colectomy (LRC). BACKGROUND Although several studies have compared postoperative complications of ICA and ECA after LRC, most were retrospective studies. METHODS We performed a comprehensive electronic search of the literature to identify studies that compared postoperative complications between ICA and ECA in patients who underwent LRC. We performed meta-analysis using random-effects models to calculate the risk ratio (RR) and 95% confidence interval (CI) of experiencing complications, and we analyzed heterogeneity using I2 statistics. RESULTS Fifteen studies consist of randomized controlled trials, case-control studies, and propensity score matching studies involving a total of 3219 patients who underwent LRC were included. Among 1377 patients who received ICA, 255 (18.5%) had postoperative complications, whereas among 1652 patients who received ECA, 373 (22.6%) had such complications. The results of the meta-analysis revealed that ICA was associated with a significantly reduced risk of postoperative complications (RR, .73; 95% CI: .57-.95; P = .02; I2 = 57%) compared with ECA. Although there was no significant difference between the 2 groups in risk of anastomotic leakage (RR, .67; 95% CI: .39-1.17; P = .16; I2 = 8%), there was a significant difference between them in risk of surgical site infection (RR, .50; 95% CI: .34-.71; P = .0002; I2 = 0%). CONCLUSIONS Intracorporeal anastomosis is associated with a reduced risk of postoperative complications compared with ECA in patients undergoing LRC.
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- Mitsuru Ishizuka
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, 12756Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, 12756Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, 12756Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, 12756Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, 12756Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, 12756Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, 12756Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, 12756Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, 12756Dokkyo Medical University, Tochigi, Japan
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Mann B, Kukies S, Krogh O, Virakas G. [Robotic-assisted surgery of rectal cancer-Technique, limitations and results]. Chirurg 2021; 92:599-604. [PMID: 34003314 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-021-01424-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND The number of oncological robotic-assisted rectal cancer resections is rapidly increasing in Germany and worldwide; however, the indications, technique and potential limitations of this surgical technique are still discussed. MATERIAL AND METHODS The standardized modular surgical technique, the results in our clinic and the currently published evidence are presented. RESULTS The procedure should be divided into seven modules in terms of standardization and teaching. After the learning curve there are principally no limitations or contraindications. The robotic-assisted approach is superior to open surgery in the following points: blood loss, lymph node harvest, negative circumferential resection margin (CRM), complication rate and length of hospital stay. In comparison to conventional laparoscopy the conversion rate and postoperative sexual and bladder function disorders are decreased. The operating time is longer. CONCLUSION Robotic-assisted rectal cancer resection is firmly established and standardized. The technique is superior to open surgery and conventional laparoscopy in some important aspects and is developing into the standard for this disease.
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- Benno Mann
- Klinik für Visceralchirurgie/Robotic Surgery, Augusta Kliniken Bochum, Bergstraße 26, 44791, Bochum, Deutschland.
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- Klinik für Visceralchirurgie/Robotic Surgery, Augusta Kliniken Bochum, Bergstraße 26, 44791, Bochum, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Visceralchirurgie/Robotic Surgery, Augusta Kliniken Bochum, Bergstraße 26, 44791, Bochum, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Visceralchirurgie/Robotic Surgery, Augusta Kliniken Bochum, Bergstraße 26, 44791, Bochum, Deutschland
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Kastner C, Reibetanz J, Germer CT, Wiegering A. [Evidence in minimally invasive oncological surgery of the colon and rectum]. Chirurg 2021; 92:334-343. [PMID: 33263772 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-020-01320-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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An essential component of the treatment of colorectal cancer is a resection of the tumor-bearing segment of the bowels. After the development of minimally invasive procedures the feasibility and safety in oncological, colorectal surgery was questioned. The broad study situation for colon cancer over the last years showed predominantly consistent benefits during the perioperative phase and non-inferiority concerning long-term oncological outcomes. The implementation of laparoscopic rectal resection was more hesitant due to the complexity of the procedure and insufficient study data; however, overall the short-term benefits seem to be maintained and laparoscopic rectal resection is thought to be noninferior to open resection in the long run even though findings on the quality of the resected specimen are heterogeneous. Accordingly, most guidelines now include a recommendation of laparoscopic resection for colorectal cancer. The limitation with respect to an achievable oncological equivalency of resection takes account of the complexity and the requirements of the intervention only in the setting of rational selection of patients and sufficient experience of the surgeon.
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- Carolin Kastner
- Klinik und Poliklinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral‑, Transplantations‑, Gefäß- und Kinderchirurgie, Zentrum für operative Medizin, Universitätsklinikum Würzburg, Oberdürrbacherstr. 6, 97080, Würzburg, Deutschland
- Institut für Biochemie und molekulare Biologie I, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg, Würzburg, Deutschland
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral‑, Transplantations‑, Gefäß- und Kinderchirurgie, Zentrum für operative Medizin, Universitätsklinikum Würzburg, Oberdürrbacherstr. 6, 97080, Würzburg, Deutschland
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral‑, Transplantations‑, Gefäß- und Kinderchirurgie, Zentrum für operative Medizin, Universitätsklinikum Würzburg, Oberdürrbacherstr. 6, 97080, Würzburg, Deutschland
- Comprehensive Cancer Center Mainfranken, Universitätsklinikum Würzburg, Würzburg, Deutschland
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral‑, Transplantations‑, Gefäß- und Kinderchirurgie, Zentrum für operative Medizin, Universitätsklinikum Würzburg, Oberdürrbacherstr. 6, 97080, Würzburg, Deutschland.
- Institut für Biochemie und molekulare Biologie I, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg, Würzburg, Deutschland.
- Comprehensive Cancer Center Mainfranken, Universitätsklinikum Würzburg, Würzburg, Deutschland.
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Guerra F, Giuliani G, Coletta D. The risk of conversion in minimally invasive oncological abdominal surgery. Meta-analysis of randomized evidence comparing traditional laparoscopic versus robot-assisted techniques. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2021; 406:607-612. [PMID: 33743066 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-021-02106-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2020] [Accepted: 01/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE The objective of this study was to investigate the risk of conversion associated with conventional laparoscopic surgery (LAP) versus robot-assisted surgery (ROB) in patients undergoing abdominal oncological surgery. Possible differences between ROB and LAP on postoperative overall and major morbidity, operative time, and length of hospitalization were also assessed. METHODS We included randomized controlled trials of LAP versus ROB surgery in patients with abdominal malignancy. We searched PubMed, EMBASE, and the Central registries through September 2020. Risk of bias was estimated concerning randomization, allocation sequence concealment, blinding, incomplete outcome data, selective outcome reporting, and other biases. RESULTS A total of 1867 patients from 12 trials were included in this review. The rate of conversion was significantly higher for LAP than for ROB patients (10 trials, 1447 participants, p = 0.03, OR = 0.56 [0.33, 0.95]). There was a nonsignificant advantage of ROB over LAP on the rate of overall postoperative morbidity (12 trials, 1867 participants, p = 0.32, OR = 0.83) and major morbidity (7 trials, 792 participants, p = 0.87, OR= 0.93). ROB was also associated with prolonged operative time and abbreviated postoperative hospitalization as compared to LAP (p = 0.002, MD = 27.87, and p = 0.04, MD = -0.57, respectively). CONCLUSIONS According to the available highest level of evidence, the application of ROB decreases the incidence of unplanned conversion into an open procedure as compared to standard LAP in the setting of oncological minimally invasive surgery.
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- Francesco Guerra
- Ospedali Riuniti Marche Nord, Pesaro, Italy.
- Misericordia Hospital, Grosseto, Italy.
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- IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, Rome, Italy
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Nasir I, Mureb A, Aliozo CC, Abunada MH, Parvaiz A. State of the art in robotic rectal surgery: marginal gains worth the pain? Updates Surg 2021; 73:1073-1079. [PMID: 33675509 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-020-00965-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2020] [Accepted: 12/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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After their first introduction in the 1990s to overcome the limitations of conventional laparoscopic surgery, especially in confined spaces such as the pelvis, telemanipulators (i.e., master-slave manipulators) have gained popularity and acceptance among gastrointestinal surgeons. These complex, interventional surgical devices use multiple technologies, such as 3-D advanced imaging, tremor reduction and 7-degree movement. Superior instrument dexterity, stable precise vision and accessibility to narrow confined spaces make these devices well suited for colorectal surgery. The drive for innovations in the field of surgical robotics will leverage novel robots driven by data, image integration, and artificial intelligence. However, if this vision is to be realized, lessons must be learned from the current literature and clinical trials. The feasibility and safety of robotic rectal surgery is now well established; increasing evidence suggests that when compared to laparoscopic rectal surgery, robotic approaches might offer superior peri-operative outcomes. Notably, the marginal gains achieved with the use of robotics in rectal cancer surgery are linked with structured training and standardization of operative techniques. With decreasing costs and wider availability of new systems, it is foreseeable that robotic surgical systems will be an integral part of colorectal practice.
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- Irfan Nasir
- NHS Foundation Trust, Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Norwich, UK
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- NHS Foundation Trust, Poole Hospital, Long Fleet Road, Poole, BH15 2JB, Dorset, UK
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- NHS Foundation Trust, Poole Hospital, Long Fleet Road, Poole, BH15 2JB, Dorset, UK
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- NHS Foundation Trust, Poole Hospital, Long Fleet Road, Poole, BH15 2JB, Dorset, UK. .,University of Portsmouth, Portsmouth, UK.
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Crippa J, Carvello M, Kotze PG, Spinelli A. Robotic Surgery in Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Curr Drug Targets 2020; 22:112-116. [PMID: 33109059 DOI: 10.2174/1389450121999200820125918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2020] [Revised: 06/06/2020] [Accepted: 07/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND Surgery is considered a cornerstone of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) treatment. In the last years, robotic surgery has seen an increase in adoption rates for both benign and malignant diseases. OBJECTIVE This work aims to review the current applications of robotic surgery in IBD. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION Minimally-invasive techniques have been applied to the treatment of IBD for more than 20 years. Investments in surgical digital and robotic platforms are increasingly arising, with an estimate of getting doubled within the next 5 years. Robotic surgery represents the newest technology available to reduce the impact of surgery on patients affected by IBD, and may theoretically be even more effective than other minimally-invasive techniques given the lower rate of conversion to open surgery as compared to laparoscopy according to many large retrospective series. Data on robotic surgery applied to IBD are still scarce and initial experiences in high-volume centers from retrospective series suggested that robotic surgery may achieve similar results when compared to laparoscopy. A new wave of robotics incorporating artificial intelligence is awaited to empower the capability of IBD surgeon in terms of intraoperative decision-making beyond technical skill enhancement.
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- Jacopo Crippa
- General surgery residency program, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Colon and Rectal Surgery Division, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS -, via Manzoni 56, 20089 Rozzano (Mi), Italy
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- IBD outpatient clinics, Colorectal Surgery Unit, Catholic University of Parana (PUCPR), Curitiba, Brazil
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- Colon and Rectal Surgery Division, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS -, via Manzoni 56, 20089 Rozzano (Mi), Italy
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Gómez Ruiz M, Lainez Escribano M, Cagigas Fernández C, Cristobal Poch L, Santarrufina Martínez S. Robotic surgery for colorectal cancer. Ann Gastroenterol Surg 2020; 4:646-651. [PMID: 33319154 PMCID: PMC7726686 DOI: 10.1002/ags3.12401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2020] [Revised: 08/24/2020] [Accepted: 08/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Minimally invasive surgery has demonstrated many benefits in general surgery, particularly in colon and rectal procedures. On the other hand, it has some limitations that must be taken into account, especially technical drawback. Robotic surgery has incorporated many improvements to overcome this disadvantage, such as 3D visualization, articulating instruments assisting complex and precise movements. As a result, robotic colorectal surgery shows less intraoperative blood loss, shorter time to oral tolerance and initial flatus (particularly associated with "Enhanced Recovery After Surgery" protocol), less conversion rate to open surgery, shortened hospital stay, and longer distal margins compared to laparoscopic and open surgery. This approach also shows a shorter learning curve. Some studies suggest that it could decrease perioperatively or 30 days after the intervention's mortality, raise overall survival, reduce wound infection, and improve functional results, while others show no significant difference. However, it lengthens surgical time. Otherwise, the studies included do not show statistically significant changes in the number of resected lymph nodes and anastomotic leaks. Economic costs remain one of the major concerns, although to date there are no large-scale studies that have evaluated this aspect from a global point of view. Robotic surgery represents a qualitative leap in surgical instruments and, although there is no strong evidence in favor of the use of robotic surgery over laparoscopic or open surgery, there is enough evidence to support its use in colorectal surgery, with potential advantages for patients.
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- Marcos Gómez Ruiz
- Colorectal Surgery UnitGeneral Surgery DepartmentMarqués de Valdecilla University HospitalSantanderSpain
- Valdecilla Biomedical Research Institute (IDIVAL)SantanderSpain
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- Colorectal Surgery UnitGeneral Surgery DepartmentMarqués de Valdecilla University HospitalSantanderSpain
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- Colorectal Surgery UnitGeneral Surgery DepartmentMarqués de Valdecilla University HospitalSantanderSpain
- Valdecilla Biomedical Research Institute (IDIVAL)SantanderSpain
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- Colorectal Surgery UnitGeneral Surgery DepartmentMarqués de Valdecilla University HospitalSantanderSpain
- Valdecilla Biomedical Research Institute (IDIVAL)SantanderSpain
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Hospital robotic use for colorectal cancer care. J Robot Surg 2020; 15:561-569. [PMID: 32876922 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-020-01142-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2020] [Accepted: 08/27/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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The use of robotic surgery for colorectal cancer continues to increase. However, not all organizations offer patients the option of robotic intervention. This study seeks to understand organizational characteristics associated with the utilization of robotic surgery for colorectal cancer. We conducted a retrospective study of hospitals identified in the United States, State of Florida Inpatient Discharge Dataset, and linked data for those hospitals with the American Hospital Association Survey, Area Health Resource File and the Health Community Health Assessment Resource Tool Set. The study population included all robotic surgeries for colorectal cancer patients in 159 hospitals from 2013 to 2015. Logistic regressions identifying organizational, community, and combined community and organizational variables were utilized to determine associations. Results indicate that neither hospital competition nor disease burden in the community was associated with increased odds of robotic surgery use. However, per capita income (OR 1.07 95% CI 1.02, 1.12), average total margin (OR 1.01, 95% CI 1.001, 1.02) and large-sized hospitals compared to small hospitals (OR: 5.26, 95% CI 1.13, 24.44) were associated with increased odds of robotic use. This study found that market conditions within the U.S. State of Florida are not primary drivers of hospital use of robotic surgery. The ability for the population to pay for such services, and the hospital resources available to absorb the expense of purchasing the required equipment, appear to be more influential.
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Robotic low anterior resection: how to maximise success in difficult surgery. Tech Coloproctol 2020; 24:747-755. [DOI: 10.1007/s10151-020-02227-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2020] [Accepted: 04/14/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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