Autor: |
Rianne E. M. Killaars, Ruben G. J. Visschers, Marc Dirix, Olivier P. F. Theeuws, Roxanne Eurlings, Dianne J. H. Dinjens, Hamit Cakir, Wim G. van Gemert |
Jazyk: |
angličtina |
Rok vydání: |
2024 |
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Zdroj: |
Children, Vol 11, Iss 8, p 935 (2024) |
Druh dokumentu: |
article |
ISSN: |
2227-9067 |
DOI: |
10.3390/children11080935 |
Popis: |
Background: Robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) holds many theoretical advantages, especially in pediatric surgical procedures. However, most robotic systems are dedicated to adult surgery and are less suitable for smaller children. The Senhance® Surgical System (SSS®), providing 3 mm and 5 mm instruments, focuses on making RAS technically feasible for smaller children. This prospective observational study aims to assess whether RAS in pediatric patients using the SSS® is safe and feasible. Methods and Results: A total of 42 children (aged 0–17 years, weight ≥ 10 kg) underwent a RAS procedure on the abdominal area using the SSS® between 2020 and 2023. The study group consisted of 20 male and 22 female individuals. The mean age was 10.7 years (range 0.8 to 17.8 years), with a mean body weight of 40.7 kg (range 10.1 to 117.3 kg). The 3-mm-sized instruments of the SSS® were used in 12 of the 42 children who underwent RAS. The RAS procedures were successfully completed in 90% of cases. The conversion rate to conventional laparoscopy was low (10%), and there were no conversions to open surgery. One of the 42 cases (2%) experienced intraoperative complications, whereas six children (14%) suffered from a postoperative complication. Overall, 86% of the patients had an uncomplicated postoperative course. Conclusions: The results of the current observational study demonstrate the safety and feasibility of utilizing the SSS® for abdominal pediatric RAS procedures. The study provides new fundamental information supporting the implementation of the SSS® in clinical practice in pediatric surgery. |
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