Using the da Vinci X® - System for Esophageal Surgery.

Robotic esophageal surgery is becoming more widely adopted. Several publications on the feasibility, short-term outcomes and technical aspects are available. Most of these articles used either the da Vinci® SI system or in newer series the Xi System.

Defining benchmarks for robotic-assisted low anterior rectum resection in low-morbid patients: a multicenter analysis.

Purpose: To define the best possible outcomes for robotic-assisted low anterior rectum resection (RLAR) using total mesorectal excision (TME) in low-morbid patients, performed by expert robotic surgeons in German robotic centers. The benchmark values were derived from these results.

Methods: The data was retrospectively collected from five German expert centers.

Laparoscopic right hemicolectomy with CME: standardization using the "critical view" concept.

Background: Complete mesocolic excision is gradually becoming an established oncologic surgical principle for right hemicolectomy. However, the procedure is technically demanding and carries the risk of serious complications, especially when performed laparoscopically. A standardized procedure that minimizes technical hazards and facilitates teaching is, therefore, highly desirable.

EUS-guided drainage in the management of postoperative pancreatic leaks and fistulas (with video).

Background And Aims: Postoperative pancreatic leakage and fistulae (POPF) are a leading adverse event after partial pancreatic resection. Treatment algorithms are currently not standardized. Evidence regarding the role of endoscopy is scarce.