The analysis of over 1.1 million minimally invasive surgical cases indicates that da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery (dv-ras) offers significant benefits over laparoscopic and open techniques. Although operative times were longer for dv-ras, patients experienced shorter hospital stays and reduced blood loss. Moreover, dv-ras was associated with fewer conversion rates, transfusions, postoperative complications, readmissions, and mortality compared to both laparoscopic and open surgeries, providing robust evidence for its benefits across various oncological procedures.
Journal Article by Ricciardi R, Seshadri-Kreaden U (…) Wright V et 5 al. in Ann Surg
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