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Open Access 01-05-2021 | Endoscopy | Gynecologic Oncology

Survey of current practices and opinions of German Society of Gynecologic Endoscopy members regarding the treatment of ovarian neoplasia by robotic surgery

Authors: J. S. M. Zimmermann, J. C. Radosa, M. P. Radosa, P. Sklavounos, P. A. Schweitzer, E. F. Solomayer

Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics | Issue 5/2021

Abstract

Purpose

As data on this topic are sparse and contradictory, we aimed to ascertain the opinions of the members of the German Society of Gynecologic Endoscopy (AGE) regarding the use of robotic surgery in the treatment of ovarian malignancies.

Methods

In 2015, an anonymous questionnaire was sent to AGE members to assess their views on the treatment of ovarian malignancies by robotic surgery according to T stage and the current treatment practices in their facilities.

Results

Of the 228 respondents, 132 (58%) were fellows or attending physicians and 156 (68%) worked at university hospitals or tertiary referral centers. Most [n = 218 (96%)] respondents reported treating < 10% of their patients using robotic surgery. Respondents felt that T1 and borderline ovarian tumors, but not T2 (51%) or T3/4 (76%) tumors, should and could be treated by robot surgery. 162 (71%) respondents considered the currently available data on this subject to be insufficient, and 42% indicated their willingness to participate in clinical studies on the applicability of robotic surgery to the treatment of T1/2 ovarian tumors.

Conclusion

The majority of AGE members surveyed considered robotic surgery to be an option for the treatment of T1 ovarian malignancies and borderline ovarian tumors. However, prospective randomized studies are needed to determine the relevance of robotic surgery in this context.

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Title: Survey of current practices and opinions of German Society of Gynecologic Endoscopy members regarding the treatment of ovarian neoplasia by robotic surgery
Authors: J. S. M. Zimmermann
J. C. Radosa
M. P. Radosa
P. Sklavounos
P. A. Schweitzer
E. F. Solomayer
Publication date: 01-05-2021
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Keywords: Endoscopy
Laparoscopy
Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics / Issue 5/2021
Print ISSN: 0932-0067
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0711
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00404-020-05876-w

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Survey of current practices and opinions of German Society of Gynecologic Endoscopy members regarding the treatment of ovarian neoplasia by robotic surgery

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