Robotic surgery versus Laparoscopic surgery for anti-reflux and hiatal hernia surgery: a short-term outcomes and cost systematic literature review and meta‐analysis

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Laparoscopic surgery is the standard for treating GERD and hiatal hernias, offering benefits like reduced discomfort and shorter recovery times.
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Robotic-assisted surgery provides enhanced visualization and dexterity, potentially improving outcomes in complex hiatal hernia repairs.
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The adoption of robotic surgery is limited by debates on its cost-effectiveness and insufficient evidence of its superiority over laparoscopic techniques.
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This study systematically reviews and compares short-term outcomes and costs of robotic versus laparoscopic surgery for anti-reflux and hiatal hernia.
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The analysis aims to guide surgeons in selecting the best surgical approach by balancing technological advancements with patient safety and costs.

Langenbeck's Archives Of Surgery

by Diogo Gonçalves-Costa, José Pedro Barbosa, Rodrigo Quesado, Vítor Lopes, José Barbosa
June 6, 2024

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