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Robotic-assisted parathyroidectomy: a feasibility study.

OBJECTIVE: Targeted parathyroidectomy is the gold standard for localized parathyroid disease. A robotic-assisted approach has not been investigated. The aim was to assess the feasibility of a robotic technique that avoids a neck scar.

STUDY DESIGN: Feasibility study.

SETTING: Tertiary referral center.

SUBJECTS AND METHODS: Eleven patients with primary hyperparathyroidism were prospectively evaluated. Triple modality concordant localization was a prerequisite. All patients underwent robotic-assisted parathyroidectomy (RAP). Outcome variables assessed were operative time, voice change, biochemical cure, and histopathological confirmation. Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) included subjective assessment of pain and scar cosmesis, Voice Handicap Index 2, and EQ-5D quality-of-life assessment. Mean follow-up was 6 months (range, 3-12 months).

RESULTS: The parathyroid adenoma was successfully excised in all cases with negligible blood loss (<5 mL). There was 1 conversion. There was no voice change in any case. Robot docking time plateaued to 10 minutes after 8 cases. Mean exposure and console times (31 and 51 minutes, respectively) were affected by body habitus. The mean visual analog scale for scar cosmesis was 75% on the first postoperative day, improving to 92% at 6 months and 95% at 1 year. Pain scores decreased to 8% at 2 weeks. All 5 EQ-5D quality-of-life parameters significantly improved following surgery.

CONCLUSION: The robotic approach is feasible for performing targeted parathyroidectomy that avoids a neck scar. The clinical efficacy and cost-effectiveness of the robotic approach compared with conventional targeted parathyroidectomy warrant further evaluation to establish if this represents a viable alternative to the existing targeted techniques.

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