Novel Uniportal Robotic Approach for Esophagectomy Shows Promise

Uniportal robotic-assisted minimally invasive esophagectomy is a safe option for esophageal cancer patients, showing strong early outcomes.

• Complete resection achieved in 95% of cases, with low conversion rate (5%).
• Median operative time was 155 minutes with an average blood loss of 450 ml.

Consider this technique for suitable patients, as it supports quicker recovery and less postoperative pain.

• Clavien-Dindo complications were noted in 29%, but no 90-day mortality was reported.