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robotic cholecystectomy
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- 1Robotic gallbladder surgery helps high-risk patients but costs more▼Robotic cholecystectomy benefits high-risk and higher-BMI patients but costs more
A review of robotic cholecystectomy finds the technology offers clear benefits for high-risk patients and those with higher BMI, where precision and maneuverability matter most. However, the robotic approach comes at a significantly higher cost than standard laparoscopic surgery, raising questions about which patient groups justify the added expense.