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From Illusion to Reality: A Brief History of Robotic Surgery.

Andrzej L. KomorowskiGaspare GulottaMarco Vito MarinoGalyna Shabat

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medicine.medical_specialtymedia_common.quotation_subjecthistory of medicineIllusionsurgical educationHistory of medicineHistory 18th CenturyHistory 21st Century03 medical and health sciencesAutomation0302 clinical medicineRobotic Surgical Proceduresrobotic surgerymedicineHumansRobotic surgeryMedical physicsHistory Ancientmedia_commonHistory 15th Centurybusiness.industryNOTESRobotic Surgical ProceduresHistory 19th CenturySurgical proceduresHistory 20th CenturyHistory Medieval030220 oncology & carcinogenesisRobot030211 gastroenterology & hepatologySurgerySurgical educationbusinessHuman

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Purpose. Robotic surgery is currently employed for many surgical procedures, yielding interesting results. Methods. We performed an historical review of robots and robotic surgery evaluating some critical phases of its evolution, analyzing its impact on our life and the steps completed that gave the robotics its current popularity. Results. The origins of robotics can be traced back to Greek mythology. Different aspects of robotics have been explored by some of the greatest inventors like Leonardo da Vinci, Pierre Jaquet-Droz, and Wolfgang Von-Kempelen. Advances in many fields of science made possible the development of advanced surgical robots. Over 3000 da Vinci robotic platforms are installed worldwide, and more than 200 000 robotic procedures are performed every year. Conclusion. Despite some potential adverse events, robotic technology seems safe and feasible. It is strictly linked to our life, leading surgeons to a new concept of surgery and training.

10.1177/1553350618771417https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29701135