Articulating laparoscopic instruments: are they a breakthrough that can overcome current limitations in laparoscopic gastric cancer surgery?
- Author:
Sang-Yong SON
1
;
Chul Kyu RHO
;
Hoon HUR
;
Sang-Uk HAN
Author Information
- Publication Type:EDITORIAL
- From:Journal of Minimally Invasive Surgery 2021;24(1):5-7
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: Laparoscopic surgery is rapidly evolving with technological advances, but there are several drawbacks. An articulating device, with freedom of a perfect 360°, is attractive as a solution to overcome the restriction of instrument movement caused by straight tools. Its usefulness or efficacy should be supported by relevant scientific evidence. However, it is sometimes difficult to prove it because the factors influencing the surgical outcomes are complex and closely related to each other.
