ReviewCureus2024
Robotic Revolution in Surgery: Diverse Applications Across Specialties and Future Prospects Review Article.
Review in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 28 papers, 4 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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Who cites it
28 citing papers in PubMed, 4 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Safety and feasibility of robotic telesurgery in urological procedures: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical data.Journal of robotic surgery · 2026Pooled it
- Surgical outcomes in pelvic reconstruction using robot-assisted rectus abdominis muscle flaps: a systematic review.International journal of colorectal disease · 2026Pooled it
- From expectations to experiences: a systematic review of patient and public perspectives on robotic surgery.Journal of robotic surgery · 2025Pooled it
- Efficacy and safety of robot-assisted versus endo-laparoscopic ventral hernia repair: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.BMC surgery · 2025Pooled it
- Short-term outcomes comparison of KangDuo 2.0 and Da Vinci Xi in radical cystectomy.Scientific reports · 2025Trial
- Public Perceptions and Determinants of Preference for Robotic-Assisted Surgery in the United Arab Emirates: Cross-Sectional Study.JMIR human factors · 2026Article
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- Single-center experience with robotic colorectal surgery for benign indications.International journal of colorectal disease · 2026Article
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- Robotic-assisted cardiothoracic surgery: a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of trends, innovations, and future directions.Journal of cardiothoracic surgery · 2026Review
- The promises and challenges of robotic-assisted surgery in regional Australia.Journal of robotic surgery · 2026Article
- Robotic-assisted cholecystectomy in children is associated with faster gastrointestinal recovery: a comparative study.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2026Article
- IDEAL-compliant implementation of the DexterInnovative surgical sciences · 2025Article
- Anatomy-Guided Microsurgical Resection of a Dominant Frontal Lobe Tumor Without Intraoperative Adjuncts: A Case Report from a Resource-Limited Context.Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
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- Ethical and legal considerations in healthcare AI: innovation and policy for safe and fair use.Royal Society open science · 2025Review
- A Confidence-Based Shared Control Strategy for Robotic Electrosurgery.IEEE transactions on medical robotics and bionics · 2025Article
- Optimizing intraoperative AI: evaluation of YOLOv8 for real-time recognition of robotic and laparoscopic instruments.Journal of robotic surgery · 2025Article
- The Frontiers of Smart Healthcare Systems.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
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8 authors.
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Abstract
Robotic technology has transformed the field of surgery significantly. Since its inception in the 1970s, robotic surgery has advanced tremendously. The utilization of robotic systems, such as the da Vinci Surgical System, has become increasingly prevalent in minimally invasive procedures. These interventions offer enhanced precision, dexterity, and visualization. In general surgery, robotics has facilitated complex procedures, leading to reduced morbidity and shorter hospital stays. In urology, the robotic platform has revolutionized prostatectomies and other intricate interventions, demonstrating superior outcomes compared to traditional approaches. Orthopedic surgery has embraced robotics for precise joint replacements and spinal procedures. In pediatric surgery, the application of robotics has enabled intricate surgeries with reduced invasiveness and faster recovery times. Furthermore, the integration of artificial intelligence with robotic systems has paved the way for personalized treatment plans and data-driven decision-making. Despite these advancements, challenges such as cost and training persist. As robotic technology continues to evolve, its potential applications extend beyond current boundaries. This review aims to provide insights into the multifaceted impact of the robotic revolution in surgery and the exciting possibilities that lie ahead.
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