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Point-Counterpoint: Are there significant advantages for robotic vs. laparoscopic surgery for abdominal procedures?

It’s true that robotic-assisted surgery has given us back some of the advantages we lost with the move to laparoscopic surgery. We have gained back the degrees of freedom. The three-dimensional vision that we lost has been restored. We can put surgeons in a more comfortable position while operating.

But there aren’t any data that show beyond a doubt that robotic-assisted surgery results in decisively better patient outcomes – especially in abdominal operations, for which there is currently no indication.

The heart of the matter is value – which we can see as an equation of quality divided by outcomes and costs. With robotic…

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 Point-Counterpoint: Are there significant advantages for robotic vs. laparoscopic surgery for abdominal procedures?

Given the current state of affairs, both in terms of pricing and clinical data, surgical robots don’t make a lot of sense for abdominal procedures. There is a clear ergonomic advantage with the robot, and the three-dimensional imaging allows you to do some very fine maneuvers in small places. But almost any operation that can be done by a skilled laparoscopic surgeon can be done with identical fidelity in less time, with equivalent outcomes, and for a lot less money.

Controversies in Laparoscopic Surgery

This is not designed to be yet another textbook in laparoscopic surgery. Instead, its purpose is to specifically address topics of controversy in this rapidly evolving field. The book is aimed not only at the 'dedicated' laparoscopic surgeon, but also at general surgeons and surgical trainees.

EndoAtlas

A collection of endoscopic images in health and disease, annotated with patient descriptions. An educational resource for physicians, patients and the simply curious.

Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery

FLS is a comprehensive web-based education module that includes a hands-on skills training component and assessment tool designed to teach the physiology, fundamental knowledge, and technical skills required in basic laparoscopic surgery. Our goal is to provide surgical residents, fellows and practicing physicians an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of laparoscopic surgery in a consistent, scientifically accepted format; and to test cognitive, surgical decision-making, and technical skills, all with the goal of improving the quality of patient care.

LapSurgery.com

Comprehensive site by Dr. Ballantyne for both the professional and consumer.

Nezhat's History of Endoscopy

In 2005 pioneering surgeon Dr. Camran Nezhat was awarded a fellowship by The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology to research and write this important history. In Washington, DC at ACOG and the Library of Congress, he and brilliant researcher Barbara Page sorted through the treasure-trove of materials.

Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons

SLS is the largest Minimally Invasive or Laparoscopic Society in North America and perhaps worldwide with over 6000 active members. Many Laparoscopic and MIS specialties are represented; the main three are Surgical Endoscopy, Gyn Laparoscopy, and Endourology. SLS’ focus is multispecialty, providing a multidisciplinary education by giving a comprehensive view that is more inline with better physician orientation and patient outcome.

Society of Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeons

SLS is the Top MIS (Minimally Invasive Surgery) Society. SLS’ focus is multispecialty, providing a multidisciplinary education by giving a comprehensive view of Minimally Invasive Surgery and Therapy for better physician orientation and patient outcome.

Surgical Endoscopy

Surgical Endoscopy represents the surgical aspects of interventional endoscopy, ultrasound, and other techniques in the fields of gastroenterology, obstetrics, gynecology, and urology, as well as gastroenterologic, thoracic, traumatic, orthopedic, and pediatric surgery. It is a worldwide forum for the description and discussion of various aspects of interventional endoscopy and ultrasound as integral elements of surgical practice.

World Endoscopy Organization

The World Endoscopy Organization is a non-profit umbrella organization covering 3 geographical zones: Asia-Pacific (APSDE), Europe/Mediterranean (ESGE) and the Americas (SIED). For more than 50 years, WEO has led the promotion of high quality and safe endoscopy worldwide, through training, education and research. WEO is based in Munich, Germany.

Journal of Gynecological Endoscopy and Surgery

The journal will cover technical, clinical and bioengineering aspects of obstetric and gynecological endoscopy including endoscopic female sterilizations, as a part of maternal, child health and family welfare services and ethical and social issues. The Journal would publish peer-reviewed original research papers, case reports, systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and debates.

Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques

Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques (JLAST) is the leading international peer-reviewed journal for practicing surgeons who want to keep up with the latest thinking and advanced surgical technologies in laparoscopy, endoscopy, NOTES, and robotics.

Surgical Laparoscopy Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques

Surgical Laparoscopy Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques is a primary source for peer-reviewed, original articles on the newest techniques and applications in operative laparoscopy and endoscopy.

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons

The mission of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons is to improve quality patient care through education, research, innovation and leadership, principally in gastrointestinal and endoscopic surgery.

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