Robotic surgery for gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumors: a systematic review.
Konstantinos Kossenas, Nikolaos Koliakos, Dimitrios Papakonstantinou et al.
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This systematic review evaluated robotic surgery for gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) across 23 studies, including six comparative cohorts. The review found that robotic resection is feasible and may aid in organ preservation, with R0 resection rates reported as high as 1,425 out of 1,567 cases. However, no superior postoperative or oncological outcomes were demonstrated compared to traditional methods.
Key findings
- R0 resection was achieved in 1,425 out of 1,567 robotic cases from a national registry.
- Grade III morbidity occurred in 2 out of 25 patients in one series.
- 30-day and 90-day mortality rates after robotic resection were 0.5% and 0.8%, respectively.
- Comparative studies did not show superior outcomes with robotic surgery.
Why it matters
Understanding the outcomes of robotic surgery for gastric GISTs is crucial for clinicians considering surgical options. While robotic techniques may enhance organ preservation, the lack of demonstrated superiority in outcomes necessitates careful patient selection and consideration of traditional approaches.