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01-12-2024 | Cholecystectomy | Research

Comparative analysis of robotic single-site cholecystectomy outcomes between novice and expert surgeons

Authors: Eun Jeong Jang, Kwanwoo Kim

Published in: Journal of Robotic Surgery | Issue 1/2024

Abstract

Single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy (SILC) has declined in popularity, posing a challenge for novice surgeons. However, robotic single-site cholecystectomy (RSSC) has gained popularity in hepatopancreatic surgery, suggesting a paradigm shift in minimally invasive procedures due to the advantages of robotic platforms. The purpose of this study was to compare the surgical outcomes and learning curves between experts and novices without SILC experience, and discuss the utility and potential of RSSC for novice surgeons. A total of 235 patients underwent RSSC between April 2019 and June 2023 at the OOO University Hospital. Among them, 31 cases from novice and expert surgeons were selected to compare their initial experience. Comprehensive demographic and perioperative factors were analyzed and statistical comparisons were made, including cumulative sum analysis (CUSUM) for learning curves. The demographic factors showed no statistically significant differences between the two groups. Although the docking time (P < 0.001) and hospital stay (P = 0.014) were statistically significant, the total operative time and other perioperative factors were comparable. Novice surgeons demonstrated a shorter absolute total operative time, primarily attributed to differences in docking time. The CUSUM analysis indicated a shorter learning curve for novice surgeons. This study shows that the inherent benefits of the robotic platform make it an accessible and reproducible technique for novices. The benefits of integrating observational learning into robotic surgery training programs and the intrinsic advantages of the robotic platform in minimizing the learning curve for RSSC were also highlighted.

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Title: Comparative analysis of robotic single-site cholecystectomy outcomes between novice and expert surgeons
Authors: Eun Jeong Jang
Kwanwoo Kim
Publication date: 01-12-2024
Publisher: Springer London
Keyword: Cholecystectomy
Published in: Journal of Robotic Surgery / Issue 1/2024
Print ISSN: 1863-2483
Electronic ISSN: 1863-2491
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11701-024-01859-0

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