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The advent of robot-assisted surgery has made a major impact in the area of the foregut and esophagus. This minimally invasive approach is an invaluable tool for the progression and modernization of the field. Smaller incisions, shorter lengths of stay, and better visualization have resulted in the widespread adoption of robotic surgery of the foregut. The robotic platform has been shown to have utility in the setting of esophagectomy, transhiatal and transthoracic (Ivor Lewis) methods, and cancerous and benign cases. Moreover, robotic esophagomyotomy (Heller myotomy) has revolutionized the approach to achalasia with excellent results. Furthermore, a robotic approach to hiatal and paraesophageal hernia repair, alongside of fundoplication, is now integral to a modern practice. This is becoming more widespread for anti-reflux treatment and easing the difficulty associated with revisional surgery. The current trends in robotic-assisted surgery point toward an exciting future with boundless applications.
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Straus, D.J. (2021). Robotic Esophageal Surgery. In: Horgan, S., Fuchs, KH. (eds) Innovative Endoscopic and Surgical Technology in the GI Tract . Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-78217-7_4
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