Force-based assessment of tissue handling skills in simulation training for robot-assisted surgery

Introduction: Although robotic-assisted surgery is increasingly performed, objective assessment of technical skills is lacking. The aim of this study is to provide validity evidence for objective assessment of technical skills for robotic-assisted surgery. Methods: An international multicenter study was conducted with participants from the...

Crossover-effects in technical skills between laparoscopy and robot-assisted surgery

Introduction: Robot-assisted surgery is often performed by experienced laparoscopic surgeons. However, this technique requires a different set of technical skills and surgeons are expected to alternate between these approaches. The aim of this study is to investigate the crossover effects when switching between laparoscopic and robot-assisted...

Safe implementation of hand held steerable laparoscopic instruments: a survey among EAES surgeons

The complexity of handheld steerable laparoscopic instruments (SLI) may impair the learning curve compared to conventional instruments when first utilized. This study aimed to provide the current state of interest in the use of SLI, the current use of these in daily practice and the type of training which is conducted before using SLI in the...

Mechanical eye stabilization for robotic-assisted anterior segment surgery

In the past two decades, robotic systems have been introduced to assist surgeons in improving the control of surgical instruments. To fully and safely utilize the potential of robotic precision, relative displacement and vibrations between the robotic system and the human tissue should be minimized. This study presents the design of an interface...