- Robotic colorectal surgery shows better outcomes.
- Lower complication rates compared to open surgery.
- Conversion rates are 8% for robotic versus 24% for laparoscopic.
- Shorter hospital stays associated with robotic surgery.
- Data analyzed from 83,000 cases over 10 years.
- Robotic surgery currently underutilized in emergency settings.
- Projected increase in robotic surgeries to 20% by 2025.
- Need for investment in robotic technologies in healthcare systems.
Robotic Surgery May Improve Emergency Colectomy Outcomes
Conexiant
September 2, 2025