Efficiency in image-guided robotic and conventional camera steering: a prospective randomized controlled trial.

Journal: Surgical endoscopy
Published Date: May 11, 2021

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Robotic camera steering systems have been developed to facilitate endoscopic surgery. In this study, a randomized controlled trial was conducted to compare conventional human camera control with the AutoLap™ robotic camera holder in terms of efficiency and user experience when performing routine laparoscopic procedures. Novelty of this system relates to the steering method, which is image based.

Authors

  • P J M Wijsman
    Department of Surgery, Meander Medical Center, Maatweg 3, Amersfoort, The Netherlands.
  • F J Voskens
    Department of Surgery, Meander Medical Center, Maatweg 3, Amersfoort, The Netherlands.
  • L Molenaar
    Department of Surgery, Meander Medical Center, Maatweg 3, Amersfoort, The Netherlands.
  • C D P van 't Hullenaar
    Department of Surgery, Het Van Weel Bethesda Ziekenhuis, Dirksland, The Netherlands.
  • E C J Consten
    Department of Surgery, Meander Medical Center, Maatweg 3, Amersfoort, The Netherlands.
  • W A Draaisma
    Department of Surgery, Jeroen Bosch Hospital, 's Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands.
  • I A M J Broeders
    Department of Surgery, Meander Medical Center, Maatweg 3, Amersfoort, The Netherlands. iamj.broeders@meandermc.nl.

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