Regional variations and deprivation are linked to poorer access to laparoscopic and robotic colorectal surgery: a national study in England

ConclusionsMIS has increased over time, with significant regional and socioeconomic variations. With rapid increases in robotic surgery, national strategies for procurement, implementation, equitable distribution and training must be created to avoid worsening health inequalities.
Source: Techniques in Coloproctology - Category: Surgery Source Type: research