Robot-assisted surgery

Robot-assisted surgery

Robot-assisted surgery (pronunciation: /ˈroʊbɒt əˈsɪstɪd ˈsɜːrdʒəri/) involves the use of robotics in performing surgical procedures. The etymology of the term is derived from the English words "robot", which is of Czech origin from the word "robota" meaning forced labor, and "assisted", which is derived from the Latin word "assistere" meaning to stand by or help.

Overview

Robot-assisted surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery where surgeons use a computer to control small instruments attached to a robot. The technology was developed to overcome the limitations of pre-existing minimally invasive surgical procedures and to enhance the capabilities of surgeons performing open surgery.

Advantages

The advantages of robot-assisted surgery include increased precision, smaller incisions, decreased blood loss, less pain, and quicker healing time. It also allows surgeons to perform complex procedures that may not be possible with other methods.

Disadvantages

Despite its advantages, robot-assisted surgery also has its disadvantages. These include the high cost of the equipment, the need for specialized training for surgeons, and the potential for technical difficulties or malfunctions.

Related Terms

• Robotic Surgery
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Laparoscopic Surgery
• Computer-assisted Surgery

See Also

• History of Robotic Surgery
• Applications of Robotic Surgery
• Future of Robotic Surgery

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Robot-assisted surgery
• Wikipedia's article - Robot-assisted surgery

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