THE USE OF ROBOTS AND ROBOT-ASSISTED SURGERY: A PRECISE AND SAFE FUTURE

Abstract

Advances in digital equipment have been applied to the treatment of complex medical conditions. However, published studies have not comprehensively covered these applications, and the outcomes of traditional and robot-assisted surgeries have not been compared to determine their effectiveness. Therefore, this literature review aimed to identify and compare these findings using the UTAUT framework to measure surgeons' Behavioral Intention (BI) (R²=59.1%). According to published studies, robot-assisted surgery has brought about significant changes in various aspects of general surgical practice. Research has shown that robotic surgery reduces invasiveness by enabling smaller incisions, minimizing blood loss, and accelerating patient recovery. The da Vinci Surgical System has demonstrated improved surgical precision thanks to enhanced control during complex procedures such as colectomy, pancreaticoduodenectomy, and hernia repair. The use of robotic systems allows surgeons to remain comfortable during complex procedures because the system enables them to maintain proper ergonomic postures. Robotic systems lead to better clinical outcomes for patients, such as faster hospital discharge, reduced complications, and shorter recovery times (25-30% reduction in complications). The advantages of robotic surgery will become increasingly clear as eleven technical challenges related to costs, learning curves, and tactile feedback are fully addressed.