1783 Does Robot-Assisted Laparoscopy Improve Outcomes in Ovarian Dermoid Cystectomy?

ConclusionRobot-assisted laparoscopy did not reduce intraoperative spillage of dermoid cyst contents compared to traditional laparoscopy or laparotomy. In patients with large (>6cm) dermoid cysts the use of RAL decreased blood loss, length of postoperative hospital stay, need for inpatient admission and conversion to LAP (compared to SLA), but increased the length of surgery and hospital cost compared to LAP. We conclude that larger dermoid cysts may be treated with RAL instead of LAP. Smaller cysts may have equivalent outcomes with traditional laparoscopic techniques.
Source: Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology - Category: OBGYN Source Type: research