Is Robotic-Assisted Inguinal Hernia Repair Comparable or Superior to Laparoscopic Approach?

Outcomes and costs of robotic-assisted vs laparoscopic inguinal hernia repairs have been reported in a few retrospective case series, with conflicting results. Question remains whether robotic technology provides benefit to treat inguinal hernias. We aim to compare perioperative outcomes and costs of robotic-assisted transabdominal pre-peritoneal (roboticTAPP) vs laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal (TEP) inguinal hernia repairs.
Source: Journal of the American College of Surgeons - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Scientific forum Source Type: research