Advantages of CMR Versius Robot for Anti-reflux Surgery
Doe, Matthew Hornby, Steve Vipond, Mark
Doe, Matthew
Hornby, Steve
Vipond, Mark
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2023-04-12
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Aims. To illustrate the advantages of robotic assisted techniques for anti-reflux surgery, in particular the use of the CMR Versius modular system. Methods. Gloucester Royal Hospital is the first UK trust to utilise the CMR Versius system for upper gastrointestinal surgery. Three consultant surgeons at have performed robotically assisted anti-reflux surgery over the past 6 months. Several key technical advantages have been identified and documented using one case in video format. Results and Conclusions. The CMR Versius modular system provides separate arms improving versatility and reducing clashing intraoperatively. The 3D 4 K magnified view, combined with a steady laparoscope operated by the surgeon and wrist action of the robotic arms, combine to provide enhanced precision with intracorporeal suturing and oesophageal mobilization especially. Unique to upper GI surgery is the ability to perform a top-down fundal mobilization and short gastric division. Finally the open surgeon-s console has human factors advantages as the surgeon is able to see and communicate easily with the scrub and anaesthetic team whilst operating.
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Doe M., Hornby S., Higgs S. & Vipond M. (2023). Advantages of CMR Versius Robot for Anti-reflux Surgery. Surgical Endoscopy, 37(Supplement 1), S179. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-023-09886-y