The Analysis Study of Robotic Procedures in Emergency General Surgery : A Comprehensive Systematic Review

Abstract

Background: Robotic systems claim several advantages, including overcoming some limitations of laparoscopic surgery, such as physiological tremors and limited freedom of movement. This study aims to provide a comprehensive systematic review to evaluate potential advantages of robotic systems in urgent general surgery.Methods: Following PRISMA 2020 guidelines, this systematic review focused exclusively on full-text articles published in English between 2014 and 2024. Result: The study conducted a comprehensive review of over 100 publications sourced from reputable databases, including ScienceDirect, SagePub, and PubMed. Following an initial screening, eight publications were identified as warranting more in-depth analysis. Consequently, a thorough review of these selected studies was performed to ensure a detailed and rigorous evaluation. Conclusion: Robotic emergency surgeries are primarily performed for gallbladder, hernias, gastrointestinal conditions, and appendectomies. While feasible for emergency use, they are significantly more costly than laparoscopic procedures, with uncertain cost-benefit outcomes, including preparation time and complications.