Revolutionizing Surgery: Principles and Practice of Robotic Surgery

Edited by renowned master surgeon Tony Costello, Principles and Practice of Robotic Surgery is a comprehensive, all-in-one reference guide that provides step-by-step instruction for practicing surgeons and those entering robotic surgery training.

Reducing Complications and Improving Patient Outcomes

Robot-assisted surgery has been shown to reduce postoperative complications by up to 50%, resulting in reduced blood loss, earlier hospital discharge, and faster return to normal activity for patients. This cutting-edge technology is soon to be incorporated into most surgical disciplines, revolutionizing the field of surgery.

A Comprehensive Resource for Surgeons

This first-of-its-kind text covers every aspect of nearly all current adult and pediatric robotic surgeries in all surgical disciplines. With hundreds of outstanding illustrations and high-quality videos, it provides an ideal resource for the entire OR team.

Key Topics Covered

• Robotic anesthesia
• Operating room prep and positioning of the equipment
• Certification for robotic training
• The use of artificial intelligence and virtual reality in the present and potential future use of robotic surgery
• The evolution of robotic machines with a focus on new and emerging machines for surgery and education
• Specific docking instructions with tips and tricks for each robotic operation

Expert Contributions from Around the World

This comprehensive guide features contributions from an international “Who’s Who” of the world’s best robotic surgeons, providing a global perspective on the latest advancements in the field.

Procedural Videos and eBook Access

The book includes numerous procedural videos, including:

• Robotic Prostatectomy: The Patel Approach
• Female Pelvic Organ Sparing (POP) and Male Nerve Sparing (NS) RARC
• XiXi Operating Room and Surgical Cart setup for TORS
• TORS procedures
• Robotic Surgery in Pediatric Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
• And more

Plus, an eBook version is included with purchase, allowing you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

Published by Elsevier, 1st edition (September 22, 2023), 688 pages, ISBN-10: 0323798209, ISBN-13: 978-0323798204.