Recent studies exploring the effects of surgical robots on teamwork are revealing challenges
not reflected in clinical studies. This study is a sub analysis of observational data collected …

Background Expense, efficiency of use, learning curves, workflow integration and an
increased prevalence of serious incidents can all be barriers to adoption. We explored an …

Surgical flow disruptions are unexpected deviations from the natural progression which can
potentially compromise the safety of the operation. Separation of the surgeon from the …

Background Robot-assisted surgery is expanding worldwide. Most research in this field
concentrates on surgeons' technical skills and patient outcome, but research from open and …

Background The introduction of new technology into the operating room (OR) can be
beneficial for patients, but can also create new problems and complexities for physicians …

Objective The aim of this study is to describe the impact of robotic-assisted surgery on team
performance in the operating room. Background The introduction of surgical robots has …

Background The introduction of a robot into the surgical suite changes the dynamics of the
work-system, creating new opportunities for both success and failure. An extensive amount …

This article reviews studies conducted “in the wild” that explore the “ironies of automation” in
Robotic Assisted Surgery (RAS). Workload may be reduced for the surgeon, but increased …

Robotic surgery has the potential to revolutionize the field of surgery and improve patient
safety. However, despite the advantages robotic surgery can offer, there are multiple human …

Background Robotic systems introduced new surgical and technical demands. Surgical flow
disruptions are critical for maintaining operating room (OR) teamwork and patient safety …