@article{GS6367,
author = {Mark W. Ball and Mohamad E. Allaf},
title = {Robotic adrenalectomy: the jury is still out},
journal = {Gland Surgery},
volume = {4},
number = {4},
year = {2015},
keywords = {},
abstract = {A minimally-invasive approach is the gold standard for surgical management of the majority of adrenal masses. While laparoscopy has traditionally been used, robotic adrenalectomy is becoming increasingly utilized. This article discusses a recent systematic review and meta-analysis from European Urology that analyzed evidence comparing laparoscopic and robotic adrenalectomy. Robotic adrenalectomy is associated with lower blood loss, length of stay and fewer complications compared to laparoscopic adrenalectomy; however information on efficacy and cost are not addressed. Ultimately, well-done randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are necessary to determine the benefits and cost of robotics in adrenal surgery.},
issn = {2227-8575}, url = {https://gs.amegroups.org/article/view/6367}
}