Robot-assisted versus open hepatectomy for liver tumors: Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Journal: Journal of the Chinese Medical Association : JCMA
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: This meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of robot-assisted hepatectomy (RAH) versus open hepatectomy (OH) for liver tumors (LT).

Authors

  • Qian Xuea
    Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, People's Hospital of Leshan, Sichuan Leshan, China.
  • Jianping Wua
  • Zehua Leia
  • Qing Wanga
  • Jinqiang Fua
  • Fengwei Gaoa