Robotic or robot-assisted surgery is a new technology that allows surgeons to operate with better control, precision, and flexibility. Since its introduction, it has been used for a wide range of procedures by hospitals in Europe and the United States. However, complications can occur despite the reports of surgeries’ better outcomes. This technology can be an advantage as much as a disadvantage for the surgeon and the patient.
The robotic technology assists the surgeon in performing complex and delicate surgeries, which could be risky or impossible otherwise. The most significant advantage of implementing robotic surgeries is the reported improved outcomes (Jara, Guerrón & Portenier, 2020). The ability to better manipulate the tissue and the improved visualization provide safety to the patient. The robotic platform offers the surgeon comfortable seating and prevents unnatural movements and posture positions (Jara, Guerrón & Portenier, 2020). Due to this, the patients and the surgeons benefit from robotic surgeries.
The robotic surgery platforms are complex equipment that requires much to be successfully used. The further development and implementation of robotic surgeries are astronomically costly (Bhandari, Zeffiro & Reddiboina, 2020). Operating the machinery requires specific training that is also complex and expensive (Chen et al., 2020). While conducting a robotic surgery, there is always a chance of malfunctioning or poor surgeons’ training, putting the patient and the surgeon to risk.
Without a doubt, robotic-assisted surgery is a revolutionary technology in surgical practice. The technology has displayed success through effective surgeries and positive reports. It can minimize the risks for the patient and make the performing of surgeries more comfortable for the surgeon. However, robotic surgeries must be implemented, which can prove to be expensive. In addition, it requires specifically trained surgeons to conduct the surgery. Solving these issues is vital to the success of the technology.
References
Bhandari, M., Zeffiro, T., & Reddiboina, M. (2020). Artificial intelligence and robotic surgery: Current perspective and future directions. Current Opinion in Urology, 30(1), 48–54. Web.
Chen, R., Armijo, P. R., Krause, C., SAGES Robotic Task Force, Siu, K. C., & Oleynikov, D. (2020). A comprehensive review of robotic surgery curriculum and training for residents, fellows, and postgraduate surgical education. Surgical Endoscopy, 34(1), 361–367. Web.
Jara, R. D., Guerrón, A. D., & Portenier, D. (2020). Complications of robotic surgery. The Surgical Clinics of North America, 100(2), 461–468. Web.