Abstract:Introduction: Ever since the first RALP was performed in May 2000, the robotic approach has surpassed the expectations with >80% of prostatectomies in the United States being performed using the robot. Other than technical advances taking place with the robotic machine and the robotic instruments, there have been massive strides in the improvement of the technique. Better understanding of the anatomy of the neurovascular bundles and also the improvements in the imaging technology has impacted on the way the pr… Show more
“…Having dedicated circuits decreases the possibility of circuit overload and system malfunction. 3 Cables connecting the robotic system should be placed so they are neither in the path of OR traffic nor interfering with movement of the patient cart from its preoperative draping area to the patient operative site. This placement also protects the cables from damage.…”
Section: Or Configurationmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…In the early 2000s, robotic surgery added another layer of complexity to the already technical minimally invasive OR. 2,3 All these factors added to a demanding perioperative environment that requires new knowledge, increased cooperation, and different skill mixes to achieve optimal patient outcomes. 4 The AORN "Guideline for minimally invasive surgery" 4 was updated in December of 2016.…”
Since its inception in the early 1990s, technological developments have made minimally invasive surgery the preferred approach for many operative procedures. However, perioperative personnel have had to develop new skills and techniques to manage this technology. The advent of robotic-assisted procedures in the early 2000s added another level of complexity to the perioperative arena. The updated AORN "Guideline for minimally invasive surgery" provides guidance for creating a safe environment for patients undergoing a wide range of procedures in which complex, advanced equipment and techniques are used. This article focuses on key points of the guideline that address OR configuration for minimally invasive surgery, safe practices for robotic-assisted procedures, and reducing risks associated with gas insufflation media. Perioperative RNs should review the complete guideline for additional information and for guidance when writing and updating policies and procedures.
“…Having dedicated circuits decreases the possibility of circuit overload and system malfunction. 3 Cables connecting the robotic system should be placed so they are neither in the path of OR traffic nor interfering with movement of the patient cart from its preoperative draping area to the patient operative site. This placement also protects the cables from damage.…”
Section: Or Configurationmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…In the early 2000s, robotic surgery added another layer of complexity to the already technical minimally invasive OR. 2,3 All these factors added to a demanding perioperative environment that requires new knowledge, increased cooperation, and different skill mixes to achieve optimal patient outcomes. 4 The AORN "Guideline for minimally invasive surgery" 4 was updated in December of 2016.…”
Since its inception in the early 1990s, technological developments have made minimally invasive surgery the preferred approach for many operative procedures. However, perioperative personnel have had to develop new skills and techniques to manage this technology. The advent of robotic-assisted procedures in the early 2000s added another level of complexity to the perioperative arena. The updated AORN "Guideline for minimally invasive surgery" provides guidance for creating a safe environment for patients undergoing a wide range of procedures in which complex, advanced equipment and techniques are used. This article focuses on key points of the guideline that address OR configuration for minimally invasive surgery, safe practices for robotic-assisted procedures, and reducing risks associated with gas insufflation media. Perioperative RNs should review the complete guideline for additional information and for guidance when writing and updating policies and procedures.
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