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SynthesisArchives of gynecology and obstetrics2025

Applications of different energy devices in laparoscopic and robotic gynecological surgery: a systematic review.

Tiago Meneses Alves, Luís Ferreira De Castro, António Tomé, Hélder Ferreira

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4 authors.

Tiago Meneses AlvesDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Centro Materno Infantil do Norte-Unidade Local de Saúde de Santo António (CMIN-ULSSA), Porto, Portugal. u13415@chporto.min-saude.pt.ORCID 0000-0002-4402-8836
Luís Ferreira De CastroDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Centro Materno Infantil do Norte-Unidade Local de Saúde de Santo António (CMIN-ULSSA), Porto, Portugal.
António ToméDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Centro Materno Infantil do Norte-Unidade Local de Saúde de Santo António (CMIN-ULSSA), Porto, Portugal.
Hélder FerreiraDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Centro Materno Infantil do Norte-Unidade Local de Saúde de Santo António (CMIN-ULSSA), Porto, Portugal.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeThis study aims to evaluate and summarize the existing literature regarding the safety, efficacy, and outcomes of various energy sources in minimally invasive gynecological surgeries.

methodsA systematic review was conducted by searching the PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases. We included studies that compared different energy sources used in laparoscopic and robotic gynecological surgeries, focusing on their advantages and complications. 37 studies were ultimately included in this review.

resultsAmong the 37 studies, 24 were randomized controlled trials, 11 were retrospective studies, and 1 was prospective. In laparoscopic procedures, advanced energy sources were associated with reduced intraoperative blood loss and shorter operative times. Specifically, ultrasonic devices demonstrated significantly less thermal damage and facilitated easier postoperative histologic assessment of lymph nodes compared to conventional electrosurgery. In robotic assisted surgeries, the literature reported shorter hospital stays and reduced thermal injury during colpotomy when utilizing laser energy. No significant differences were observed in other perioperative outcomes across both minimally invasive approaches.

conclusionAdvanced energy devices may offer advantages in gynecological minimally invasive surgery, particularly in minimizing tissue trauma and enhancing surgical precision. However, evidence on outcomes such as lateral thermal spread and tissue healing remains limited and inconsistent. Further high-quality comparative studies are needed to clarify the clinical implications of each energy source and guide optimal instrument selection, especially in robotic assisted procedures.

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Gynecologic Surgical ProceduresLaparoscopyRobotic Surgical ProceduresBlood Loss, SurgicalElectrosurgeryFemaleHumansLength of StayOperative TimeAdvanced energy devicesElectrosurgeryEnergy sourceLaparoscopyLateral thermal spreadRobotic assisted surgery

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PMID40423773
PMCPMC12374871

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