Retrospective Assessment of the Validity of Robotic Surgery in Comparison to Open Surgery for Pediatric Choledochal Cyst

Abstract

Although early complications could not be avoided during the development of robotic surgical techniques, RS for pediatric CC showed results comparable to those for OS. We believe that RS may be a valid and alternative surgery for pediatric CC. After further development of robotic surgical systems and advancement of surgical techniques therewith, future prospective studies may reveal more positive results.