Open AccessSafety with Innovation in Colon and Rectal Robotic Surgery
Author(s) -
Deborah S. Keller,
Christi. Jenkins
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
clinics in colon and rectal surgery
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.884
H-Index - 38
eISSN - 1521-5741
pISSN - 1530-9681
DOI - 10.1055/s-0041-1726352
Subject(s) - credentialing , medicine , colorectal surgery , robotic surgery , general surgery , invasive surgery , open surgery , surgery , learning curve , medical education , computer science , abdominal surgery , operating system
Robotic colorectal surgery has been touted as a possible way to overcome the limitations of laparoscopic surgery and has shown promise in rectal resections, thus shifting traditional open surgeons to a minimally invasive approach. The safety, efficacy, and learning curve have been established for most colorectal applications. With this and a robust sales and marketing model, utilization of the robot for colorectal surgery continues to grow steadily. However, this disruptive technology still requires standards for training, privileging and credentialing, and safe implementation into clinical practice.