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Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Published in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2/2014

01-02-2014 | Evidence-Based Current Surgical Practice

Robotic Colorectal Surgery

Authors: Carrie Y. Peterson, Martin R. Weiser

Published in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery | Issue 2/2014

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Abstract

Introduction

Minimally invasive surgery has many potential benefits, and the application of recently developed robotic technology to patients with colorectal diseases is rapidly gaining popularity.

Quality and Outcomes

However, the literature evaluating such techniques, including the outcomes, risks, and costs, is limited. In this review, we evaluate and summarize the existing information, calling attention to areas where future investigation should occur.
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Metadata
Title
Robotic Colorectal Surgery
Authors
Carrie Y. Peterson
Martin R. Weiser
Publication date
01-02-2014
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery / Issue 2/2014
Print ISSN: 1091-255X
Electronic ISSN: 1873-4626
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-013-2313-3

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