ReviewFrontiers in surgery2026
Robotic resection of a rudimentary horn pregnancy with the Da Vinci system: first case and systematic review of published cases in the 21st century.
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Abstract
Background: Rudimentary horn pregnancy is a rare, high-risk ectopic gestation associated with significant maternal and fetal morbidity. Advances in minimally invasive surgery have expanded management options, but robotic-assisted resections have not been previously reported. Objectives: This study aims to present the first robotic resection of a non-communicating rudimentary horn pregnancy and systematically review all published cases from 2000 onward to summarize diagnostic and management outcomes. Data sources: A systematic literature search was conducted in PubMed up to August 14, 2025. Eligibility criteria: We included English-language case reports and series of non-communicating rudimentary horn pregnancies published from 2000 onward. Methods: Data on patient characteristics, diagnostic modalities, management strategies, and maternal-fetal outcomes were extracted following PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Results: The review identified 187 cases across 163 publications. Most pregnancies were diagnosed intraoperatively, with rupture occurring in 44%-predominantly during the second trimester-and a maternal mortality rate of 1.2%. Placenta accreta spectrum was reported in 39% of cases. Minimally invasive procedures, including our published robotic approach, are increasingly used in selected stable patients. Limitations: The evidence is based primarily on retrospective case reports, which are prone to publication bias and heterogeneity. Conclusions: Rudimentary horn pregnancy poses significant diagnostic and surgical challenges with high risk of rupture. Early recognition and minimally invasive management-including robotic surgery-may improve outcomes. Continued systematic reporting is critical to guide clinical practice.
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