Using the Da Vinci robot to perform splenectomy was difficult. It was not a relatively easy option, let alone the choice of a novice doctor.
This was mainly because using the robot to perform splenectomy required a longer time. On average, using the laparoscope to perform a splenectomy usually took about 120 minutes. However, using the Da Vinci robot, the average time is more than 160 minutes.
Although the Da Vinci robot with its own seat and hand rest can greatly relieve the burden of the surgeon, the main criteria for the success of the surgery and whether it is appropriate is based on the patient, the length of time is obviously an important factor.