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Robotic Colorectal Surgeries

The role of robotics in colorectal surgery is rapidly increasing, especially in complex and challenging surgeries. Although the technology has yet to find its application at a level similar to laparoscopic surgery for colorectal diseases, surgeons opt for robotic surgeries wherever possible due to their significant inherent advantages. The challenging surgeries that demand the need for robotic interventions include intracorporeal suturing in rectopexy, low rectal dissection, and high-vessel ligation.

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  • Colon Resection Surgery: This surgery involves the removal of abnormal tissues from the colon. The abnormal tissues may be cancer, a polyp, or benign tumors. The robotic assistance helps the surgeons join the two ends of the colon easily after removing abnormal tissues.
  • Rectal Resection Surgery: The robotic interface allows the surgeon to perform complex rectal surgery to remove the abnormal tissues using minimally invasive techniques. The robotic arm assists the surgeons in resecting the tissues with greater precision and enhances dexterity in manipulating the tissues.
  • Rectal Prolapse Surgery: Rectal prolapse significantly reduces the quality of life and causes social impairment. Robotic surgery for rectal prolapse is feasible and safe, with fewer complication rates and a reduced hospital stay than conventional laparoscopic surgery. The technical advantages offered by robotic surgery for rectal prolapse management include excellent three-dimensional vision, improved depth perception, precise eye-hand targeting, and high surgical plane definition.
  • Surgery for Diverticulitis: Robotic–assisted minimally invasive surgery is an advanced, safe, and feasible option for managing diverticulitis. The surgery may be recommended for patients suffering from both complicated and uncomplicated diverticulitis. Studies reported that robotic surgery for diverticulitis has fewer complications and shorter hospital stays.
  • Total Restorative Proctocolectomy: This surgery involves the removal of the complete colon and rectum while preserving the function of the anal sphincter. Such patients have fecal continence and normal bowel function. Performing robotic-assisted total restorative proctocolectomy results in fewer and milder side effects, such as superficial wound infection.