Robot-assisted Ventral Hernia Repair: Cost-effective with Shorter Stay and Lower Complications

Robot-assisted ventral hernia repair is associated with decreased length of stay and lower complication rates compared with open repair, resulting in a more cost-effective procedure. In a retrospective cohort study, patients undergoing robot-assisted repair had a significantly shorter mean stay of 0.3 days, lower readmission rate of 4%, and lower total procedure cost of 1,094 euros compared to open repair. The cost-effectiveness of robot-assisted repair was particularly evident in incisional hernia cases, showcasing the potential benefits of this approach in reducing healthcare costs and improving patient outcomes.