Robotic cardiac surgery impact of a new patient-side assistant on outcomes.
Mackenzie McCroreyHiroto KitaharaDorothy KrienbringBrooke PatelSarah NisivacoHusam H BalkhyPublished in: General thoracic and cardiovascular surgery (2019)
We conclude that the transition to a new robotic cardiac surgical patient-side assistant does not have to affect the progress of a busy robotic program. If adequate time for training and gradual assumption of responsibility is ensured, it is feasible to make this transition without loss of volume or compromise in patient outcomes.