Atlas of Robotic General Surgery

Clinical anatomy and physiology of the abdominal wall

Introduction Novel surgical techniques and technologies (such as retromuscular repairs and robotic surgery) have allowed surgeons to better understand the different layers that constitute the abdominal wall and how they relate to each other. A comprehensive knowledge of these anatomical…

Achieving proficiency: Mastering the learning curve

Introduction The number of robot-assisted cases performed by general surgeons continues to rise annually worldwide. , With the adoption of new technology and techniques comes challenges. Implementation of any new technique or adoption of new technology is associated with a…

Teaching robotic surgery

Introduction The adoption and implementation of new technologies in surgical practice are growing at an exponential rate. The evolution of techniques, devices, and surgical platforms has revolutionized the training experience. New approaches to surgical disease have resulted in a vastly…

Overview of existing robotic platforms

Introduction Healthcare technology is advancing rapidly and transforming procedures for surgeons and patients alike. Tremendous progress has been made in minimally invasive surgery over a relatively short period of time, with new devices being developed constantly. Robotic surgical devices represent…