Perspectives de la chirurgie robotique et conclusions.

Robotic surgery is a significant technological innovation of the last 10 years. Although the advantages of robotic surgery for surgeons are obvious, robotic surgery must also demonstrate benefits for patients. We present current and future indications in oncological surgery and technological advances in medicine. Technological improvements and low cost will make this technique popular. Learning time is also shorter than for standard laparoscopy. The most obvious benefit is for the surgeon, with better ergonomics and probably a decrease of musculoskeletal diseases secondary to standard laparoscopy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]