Transition from laparoscopic to robotic rectal resection: outcomes and learning curve of the initial 100 cases.

Pim B OlthofLouis J X GiesenTeddy S VijfvinkelDaphne RoosJan Willem T Dekker

Published in: Surgical endoscopy (2020)

Implementation of a robotic rectal resection program in an experienced laparoscopic surgery center was associated with reduced operative time, length of stay, and fewer complications despite a learning curve.

Keyphrases

laparoscopic surgery
robot assisted
quality improvement
minimally invasive
rectal cancer
primary care
healthcare
skeletal muscle