Open vs robotic liver resections, study results
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by Teraya Smith
October 7, 2025
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2 min
Research from United European Gastroenterology Week 2025 indicates that robot-assisted liver resection significantly reduces postoperative complications compared to traditional open surgery while achieving similar oncological outcomes. The study, led by Dr. Alexander Wilk and his team in Germany, analyzed data from 185 patients who underwent liver surgeries from 2010 to 2024. Results showed that major complications and median blood loss were notably lower with robotic techniques, suggesting benefits in perioperative recovery, especially in complex cases.
1. Robot-assisted liver resection shows fewer complications than open surgery.2. Study analyzed 185 patients from 2010 to 2024.3. Median blood loss was 200 mL with robotic technique.4. Length of hospital stay reduced from 13 days (OLR) to 9 days (RLR).5. R0 resection rates were similar for both techniques.6. Greater benefits seen in major resections with robotic surgery.7. Surgical approach emerged as a key predictor of complications.
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