Robotic-assisted versus laparoscopic paraesophageal hernia repair: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Symeonidou Elissavet,
Gkoutziotis Ioannis,
Petras Panagiotis
et al.
Abstract:Purpose
The robotic approach offers improved visualization and maneuverability for surgeons. This systematic review aims to compare the outcomes of robotic-assisted and conventional laparoscopic approaches for paraesophageal hernia repair, specifically examining postoperative complications, operative time, hospital stay, and recurrence.
Methods
A systematic review including thorough research through PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane, was performed and only comparative studie… Show more
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