Initial Experience with the Saroa Surgical Robot in Prostate Surgery
Author Information
Author(s): Iwatani Kosuke, Urabe Fumihiko, Saito Shun, Kawano Shota, Yamasaki Tomoya, Kimura Shoji, Otsuki Hideo, Fujio Kei, Kimura Takahiro, Miki Jun
Primary Institution: The Jikei University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
To evaluate the safety and efficacy of the Saroa Surgical Robot System in robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RARP).
Conclusion
The Saroa system shows promise in aiding delicate tissue handling, although further investigation is needed for long-term outcomes.
Supporting Evidence
- The Saroa group had a longer median operative time compared to the da Vinci group.
- Postoperative urinary continence rates were slightly lower in the Saroa group (77.8% vs. 84.6%).
- Tactile feedback reduced the overall force applied during surgery.
Takeaway
Doctors used a new robot called Saroa to help with prostate surgery, and while it has some cool features, they need to check if it works well over time.
Methodology
60 patients underwent RARP using either the Saroa or da Vinci Xi systems, comparing various outcomes.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the lack of randomization and the small number of surgeries performed with the Saroa system.
Limitations
The study is limited by the small sample size in the Saroa group and the unfamiliarity of surgeons with the new system.
Participant Demographics
Patients included 60 individuals undergoing RARP, with 9 in the Saroa group and 51 in the da Vinci group.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Confidence Interval
273 [247–290] min vs. 218 [186–230] min
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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