Recent advancements in robotic surgical systems have markedly improved performance, particularly in force feedback accuracy and autonomous functionality. Innovative end-effector technologies include force sensing systems achieving 583 pm/v sensitivity, flexible actuators for precise tissue manipulation, and AI algorithms enabling autonomous suturing with 96% accuracy. Additionally, novel materials like self-healing polymers exhibit over 95% stress recovery. […]

A recent network meta-analysis evaluated prehabilitation strategies for patients undergoing digestive system cancer surgery. It involved 26 randomized controlled trials with 2042 patients, revealing significant benefits: a 1.12-day reduction in hospital stay and decreased postoperative complications by 29%. Exercise-based prehabilitation emerged as the top intervention, particularly for reducing complications and improving functional recovery, while multimodal […]

A study evaluated visual attention and mental workload in novice surgeons using laparoscopic box trainers, revealing that eye-tracking metrics can effectively differentiate proficiency levels. Notably, trainees exhibited shorter fixation durations with pediatric trainers compared to adult ones, and their pupil diameters varied based on training starter modality. However, mixed-reality feedback did not significantly impact these […]

A national study of over 5.5 million hospitalizations highlights that older adults undergoing major noncardiac surgery with postoperative delirium face markedly increased risks. Patients with delirium had 3.5 times higher odds of death or major complications, nearly 2.8 times the risk of dying within 30 days, and four times higher odds of nonhome discharges. Variations […]

Emerging research highlights the significant impact of circadian rhythm on gastrointestinal cancer (GIC) progression and treatment. Modulating key circadian genes, like bmal1 and per1, shows potential in suppressing tumor advancement through various pathways. The review emphasizes the crucial role these genes play in GIC initiation, metastasis, metabolism, and therapeutic resistance. Current and future therapeutic strategies […]

A retrospective study involving 1,884 patients revealed a 12.3% incidence of sepsis post-major abdominal surgery. Elevated triglyceride-glucose index (TyGI) levels were associated with a 90.7% increased risk of sepsis, as indicated by a hazard ratio of 1.907. Subgroup analysis identified significant interaction effects, particularly in patients with low HDL cholesterol. Incorporating TyGI into clinical prediction […]

A new high-fidelity simulation model, known as OS3, significantly boosts surgical trainees’ confidence and skills in managing vascular trauma. Analysis of surveys from 183 participants revealed that increasing postgraduate years correlated with higher self-assessments of knowledge and skills. Despite this, many trainees reported difficulties with critical vascular procedures, emphasizing the utility of the OS3 curriculum […]

A dynamic nomogram model has been developed to aid in intraoperative blood transfusion decision-making, demonstrating strong predictive capabilities. Utilizing data from 1,410 surgical patients, the model identifies key independent risk factors such as surgical grading, estimated blood loss, and preoperative hemoglobin levels. With a remarkable area under the curve (AUC) of 0.983, it provides timely […]

A nationwide boot camp, the “First Touch course,” has proven effective in enhancing surgical residents’ preparedness and confidence as they transition into residency. Conducted over two editions in 2023 and 2024 with 84 participants, over 71% rated the course as excellent, with 100% stating it exceeded expectations. More than 75% felt better equipped for residency, […]