THE IMPACT OF ROBOTIC SURGERY ON REDUCING POSTOPERATIVE COMPLICATIONS IN ABDOMINAL PROCEDURES

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the impact of robotic surgery on reducing postoperative complications in abdominal procedures, as well as to investigate the clinical and operational indicators, costs, benefits, and prospects for optimizing this technology. The research was conducted using a bibliographic approach, using databases such as PubMed, SciElo, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied, considering articles published between 2019 and 2025, in Portuguese or English, available in full, and directly addressing robotic surgery, clinical outcomes, and comparative analysis with conventional techniques. The results indicated that robotic surgery promotes greater precision, less tissue trauma, and a reduction in complications such as infection, bleeding, and anastomotic failures, in addition to reducing hospital stays and improving patient satisfaction. The cost-benefit assessment showed that, despite the high initial investment, the technology delivers strategic returns in terms of efficiency, safety, and quality of care. It is concluded that robotic surgery proves to be a promising and innovative approach, capable of optimizing clinical and operational results, although it requires standardized protocols, continuous training and constant technological maintenance.