Journal of Robotic Surgery

Abstract Artificial intelligence has emerged as a promising approach for improving the detection and management of intraoperative bleeding during conventional and robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery, where delayed recognition of hemorrhage can lead to increased morbidity and procedural complexity. This review synthesizes current evidence on the use of artificial intelligence for intraoperative …

Abstract Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a high-volume procedure with relatively short operative times, leaving limited margin for further reduction in mean duration. However, variability in operative performance, compounded by anatomical variation and differing degrees of inflammation, may substantially affect operative duration and operating room efficiency. The Maestro™ Platform is a bedside, …

Abstract To evaluate the initial experience of single-port robot-assisted ureteral reconstruction using a buccal mucosa graft and assess the preliminary learning curve associated with this technique. A retrospective analysis was conducted on 20 consecutive patients who underwent single-port robot-assisted ureteroplasty with buccal mucosa grafts between January 2020 and January 2026. Perioperative…

Abstract Robotic-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN) is the preferred minimally invasive nephron-sparing technique, with outcomes comparable to open and laparoscopic surgery. While most evidence derives from the da Vinci system, newer robotic platforms such as Hugo, Hinotori, KangDuo and MP1000 are emerging. This systematic review and network meta-analysis evaluated perioperative outcomes across …

Abstract Robot-assisted gastrectomy has been increasingly adopted as a standard of care, but comparative evidence in Western cohorts remains limited, particularly for total gastrectomy, where esophagojejunostomy and D2 lymphadenectomy are technically demanding. The aim of this study was to compare short-term outcomes after robot-assisted and laparoscopic total gastrectomy at a European high-volum…

Abstract Background Optimized perioperative analgesia is a critical component of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) pathways in robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy (RALH). In high-volume robotic programs, predictable pain control may influence early mobilization, postoperative stability, and discharge planning. This study evaluated the analgesic efficacy and safety of two low-dose intr…