Erschienen in:
01.06.2014 | Case Report
Robotic assisted minimally invasive pelvic exenteration in advanced rectal cancer: review and case report
verfasst von:
P. R. Nanayakkara, S. A. Ahmed, D. Oudit, S. T. O’Dwyer, C. R. Selvasekar
Erschienen in:
Journal of Robotic Surgery
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Ausgabe 2/2014
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Excerpt
Since its very first use in 1985, robotic surgery has evolved and revolutionized minimal access surgery over past three decades [
1]. The benefits of 3D vision, unmatched dexterity of the Endo Wrist instruments, precise dissection and better ergonomics are well recognized advantages of robotic surgery [
2]. These clear advantages over conventional open surgery and laparoscopy can be utilized to perform difficult pelvic dissections. The authors report the use of robotic surgery in posterior pelvic clearance in a young female who had locally advanced rectal cancer. It also highlights the multi-disciplinary approach in the management of a patient with locally advanced rectal cancer. …