Background Advances in machine learning and robotics have allowed the development of
increasingly autonomous robotic systems which are able to make decisions and learn from …

As robotic systems become more autonomous, it gets less straightforward to determine
liability when humans are harmed. This is an emerging challenge, with legal implications, in …

Innovation in healthcare promises unparalleled potential in optimizing the production,
distribution, and use of the health workforce and infrastructure, allocating system resources …

Abstract The da Vinci® Surgical System is designed to improve minimally invasive surgeries
by providing surgeons with enhanced precision and visualization and by enabling …

Background This paper aims to move the debate forward regarding the potential for artificial
intelligence (AI) and autonomous robotic surgery with a particular focus on ethics, regulation …

In June 2005, a surgical robot at a hospital in Philadelphia malfunctioned during a prostate
surgery, possibly injuring the patient. 1 In June 2015, a worker at a Volkswagen plant in …

Robotic surgery has rapidly evolved as a groundbreaking field in medicine, revolutionizing
surgical practices across various specialties. Despite its numerous benefits, the adoption of …

Over the last decade, surgical robots have risen in prominence and usage. They are not
merely tools, but have also become advanced instruments with network connectivity …

The infiltration of robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) in the health sector is imminent.
Existing and new laws and policies will require careful analysis to ensure the beneficial use …

This paper presents a perspective on some issues related to safety in the context of
autonomous surgical robots. To meet the challenge of safety certification and bring about …