Abstract
Background: We tested the added value of 3D-vision on procedure time and surgical performance during robotic pancreatoduodenectomy anastomoses in biotissue. Robotic surgery has the advantage of articulating instruments and 3D-vision. Consensus is lacking on the added value of 3D-vision during laparoscopic surgery. Given the improved dexterity with robotic surgery, the added value of 3D-vision may be even less with robotic surgery.
Methods: In this experimental randomized controlled cross-over trial, 20 surgeons and surgical residents from 5 countries performed robotic pancreaticojejunostomy and hepaticojejunostomy anastomoses in a biotissue organ model using the da Vinci® system and were randomized to start with either 3D- or 2D-vision. Primary endpoint was the time required to complete both anastomoses. Secondary endpoint was the objective structured assessment of technical skill (OSATS; range 12–60) rating; scored by two observers blinded to 3D/2D.
Results: Robotic 3D-vision reduced the combined operative time from 78.1 to 57.3 min (24.6% reduction, p < 0.001; 20.8 min reduction, 95% confidence intervals 12.8–28.8 min). This reduction was consistent for both anastomoses and between surgeons and residents, p < 0.001. Robotic 3D-vision improved OSATS performance by 6.1 points (20.8% improvement, p = 0.003) compared to 2D (39.4 to 45.1 points, ± 5.5).
Conclusion: 3D-vision has a considerable added value during robotic pancreatoduodenectomy anastomoses in biotissue in both time reduction and improved surgical performance as compared to 2D-vision.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 2928-2935 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Surgical Endoscopy |
Volume | 35 |
Issue number | 6 |
Early online date | 13 Jul 2020 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jun 2021 |
Bibliographical note
For the Dutch Pancreatic Cancer GroupFunding Information:
Mr. Zwart received funding from the Amsterdam UMC for studies on safe implementation of robot-assisted and laparoscopic pancreatic surgery. He also received funding from the Dutch Digestive Foundation (MLDS), for studies on the before mentioned topics. Ms. Jones, Dr. Balduzzi, Dr. Takagi, Dr. Vanlander, Dr. van den Boezem, Dr. Daams, prof. Rosman, Dr. Lips, prof. Moser, prof. Hogg, prof. Busch, Dr. Stommel, and Prof. Besselink have no conflict of interest or financial ties to disclose.
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