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Robotic Revolution in Surgery: Diverse Applications Across Specialties and Future Prospects Review Article

Maryam Fairag, Rahf H Almahdi, Abeer A Siddiqi, Fares K Alharthi, Badran S Alqurashi, Naif G Alzahrani, Ahmed Alsulami, Rayan Alshehri

Cureus · 2024

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Summary

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 robot

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Peer-reviewed study
DOI
10.7759/cureus.52148
Catalogue ID
SNmojg07vk-zrvlf7
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