Endoscopic submucosal dissection using a detachable assistant robot: a comparative in vivo feasibility study (with video).

Journal: Surgical endoscopy
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Appropriate tissue tension and clear visibility of the dissection area using traction are essential for effective and safe endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). We developed a robotic assistive traction device for flexible endoscopy and compared its safety and efficiency in ESD between experienced and novice endoscopists.

Authors

  • Sang Hyun Kim
    Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Soonchunhyang University Bucheon Hospital, Soonchunhyang University College of Medicine, Bucheon, Gyeonggi, South Korea.
  • Byung Gon Kim
    Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea University, Seoul, South Korea.
  • Hyuk Soon Choi
    Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
  • Daehie Hong
    Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea University, Seoul, South Korea.
  • Se Hyun Jang
    Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, 73 Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk gu, Seoul, 02841, South Korea.
  • Kihun Hong
    Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea University, Seoul, South Korea.
  • Jin Woo Choi
    Interdisciplinary Program in Bioengineering, Graduate School, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea.
  • Seung Han Kim
    Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, 73 Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk gu, Seoul, 02841, South Korea.
  • Jae Min Lee
    Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
  • Eun Sun Kim
  • Bora Keum
    Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
  • Yoon Tae Jeen
    Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, Korea University Medical Center, Goryeodae-ro 73, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Korea.
  • Hong Sik Lee
    Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, Korea University Medical Center, Goryeodae-ro 73, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Korea.
  • Hoon Jai Chun
    Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.