Robotic surgery improves outcomes for hiatal and paraesophageal hernia repair

A study of 1,834 patients revealed a significant increase in the adoption of robotic surgery for hiatal and paraesophageal hernia repairs. Robotic techniques led to superior symptom resolution compared to open surgery, especially in larger hernias. Although overall rates for recurrence and reoperation remained low, robotic surgery exhibited a higher recurrence rate for large hernias without increasing reoperation rates. Additionally, a notable decrease in length of stay was observed, indicating improved recovery times with minimally invasive approaches.