Virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR), and extended reality (XR)
are examples of immersive technologies that have the potential to improve medical practice …

Objective: The aim of this study was to develop and externally validate the first evidence-
based guidelines on minimally invasive pancreas resection (MIPR) before and during the …

Cardiac anatomy can be challenging to grasp because of its complex three‐dimensional
nature and remains one of the most challenging topics to teach. In light of some exciting …

Objectives: This study aims to present the outcomes of our decade-long experience of
robotic pancreatoduodenectomy and provide insights into successful program …

Objective: To assess feasibility and safety of a multicenter training program in robotic
pancreatoduodenectomy (RPD) adhering to the IDEAL framework for implementation of …

Background The enhanced-view totally extraperitoneal (eTEP) hernia repair technique was
first described for laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair and later applied to laparoscopic …

Objective: To assess short-term outcomes after minimally invasive (laparoscopic, robot-
assisted, and hybrid) pancreatoduodenectomy (MIPD) versus open …

Background The current evidence is inconclusive on whether robotic or laparoscopic
surgery is the optimal platform for minimally invasive surgery. Existing comparisons …

Background Increased incorporation of minimally invasive pancreatic resections (MIPR) has
emerged into hepato-pancreato-biliary practice, however, no standardization exists for its …

Importance Learning curves are unavoidable for practicing surgeons when adopting new
technologies. However, patient outcomes are worse in the early stages of a learning curve …