BENEFITS OF ROBOTIC CAMERA CONTROL
Give yourself freedom.
BENEFITS FOR THE SURGEON
90% of the surveyed surgeons report a significant relief in the OR thanks to the assistance of SOLOASSISTII.5,8
Stable positioning, steady image
Thanks to its structure, the SOLOASSISTII is stable and vibration-free. It does not shake or tilt the horizon, enabling fatigue-free work.5,6
Better vision
The guidance of the scope using the JOYSTICK is very sensitive and precise. This minimizes soiling of the front lens.4
Ergonomic and relaxed working
Tensions in the neck and back, eye fatigue and the resulting pain and nausea can be significantly reduced.9 The SOLOASSISTII supports the endoscope from above, leaving ample room for your instruments. There is no need to alter your workflow.2,4,5
Straightforward handling, ready to operate in just a few minutes
Working with the SOLOASSIST is intuitive and very easy. It is quickly attached on the operating table and covered with a STERILE COVER while the patient is being prepared for surgery.2,6
Improved coordination of work processes
As the surgeon positions the scope himself, there are no misunderstandings. Assistants can still take over the camera guidance for learning purposes.4
Quicker interventions
As the assistant concentrates on more demanding tasks, four-handed operations are made possible and the duration of interventions is shorter.2,4,5
BENEFITS FOR THE CLINIC
By using our systems, an optimized planning efficiency is possible.
Better scheduling efficiency
Thanks to the SOLOASSISTII the surgeon guides the scope himself and simple procedures can be performed without further assistance.4 In case of demanding interventions assistants can be integrated as equal team members since being relieved of the task of holding the scope. Since the SOLOASSISTII is always available, it is the ideal partner in case of emergencies or staff shortages.
Maintenance-free and compatible
The SOLOASSISTII is maintenance-free. It is also compatible with most commercially available operating tables and endoscopes.11
More efficiency in the OR
As efficient working is possible, valuable operating time is saved.4
Easy transport and storage
The SOLOASSISTII TROLLEY allows easy transport between OR and space-saving storage when not in use.
Enhancing your clinic‘s image
A modern and positive image is one of the most important competitive advantages. Demonstrate your progressiveness by using robotic surgery.
BENEFITS FOR THE PATIENT
Less pain – Less postoperative risk
Fast intervention in emergencies
The support of the SOLOASSISTII is available at all times. As our system can also be used for simple procedures without an assistant, waiting times due to staff shortages in case of emergency operations can be significantly reduced.1,4
Shorter operating time
The use of 3D (compared to 2D) technologies enables a shorter operation time.4,7
Less postoperative risk
With each 30 minutes operation time the risk of PONV (Postoperative nausea and vomiting) increases by 60 %.10 The patient will benefit from the reduced operation time enabled by the assistance of the SOLOASSISTII.4,7
Less pain – faster recovery
Reduced force on the trocar compared to hand-held camera guidance leads to a reduction in post-operative pain.3 This can also shorten the hospital stay after surgery.4
Footnotes
1 Gillen, S., Pletzer, B., Heiligensetzer, A. et al. Solo-surgical laparoscopic cholecystectomy with a joystick-guided camera device: a case-control study. Surg Endosc 28, 164-170 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-013-3142-x
2 Beckmeier, L., Klapdor, R., Soergel, P. et al. Evaluation of active camera control systems in gynecological surgery: construction, handling, comfort, surgeries and results. Arch Gynecol Obstet 289, 341-348 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00404-013-3004-8
3 Tuschy, B., Berlit, S., Lis, S., et al. Influence of a robotic camera holder on postoperative pain in women undergoing gynaecological laparoscopy. In Vivo. 2014 Mar-Apr;28(2):229-34. PMID: 24632978
4 Holländer, S.W., Klingen, H.J., Hess, S., et al. Benefits of Robotic Camera Assistance in Minimally Invasive Bariatric Procedures: Prospective Clinical Trial Using a Joystick-Guided Camera-Holder. Surg Technol Int. 2019 May 15; 34:87-92. PMID: 30888669
5 Park, J.-O., Kim, M.R., Park, Y.J., et al. Transoral endoscopic thyroid surgery using robotic scope holder: Our initial experiences. J Minim Access Surg. 2020 Jul-Sep;16(3):235-238. doi: 10.4103/jmas.JMAS_12_19. PMID: 31031326; PMCID: PMC7440021
6 Arezzo, A., Vettoretto, N., Francis, N.K. et al. The use of 3D laparoscopic imaging systems in surgery: EAES consensus development conference 2018. Surg Endosc 33, 3251–3274 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-018-06612-x
7 Holländer SW, Klingen HJ, Fritz M, Djalali P, Birk D. Robotic Camera Assistance and Its Benefit in 1033 Traditional Laparoscopic Procedures: Prospective Clinical Trial Using a Joystick-guided Camera Holder. Surg Technol Int. 2014;25:19- 23. PMID: 25419950
8 Ohmura Y, Nakagawa M, Suzuki H, Kotani K, Teramoto A. Feasibility and Usefulness of a Joystick-Guided Robotic Scope Holder (Soloassist) in Laparoscopic Surgery. Visc Med. 2018; 34(1):37-44. Doi:10.1159/000485524
9 Dixon F, Vitish-Sharma P, Khanna A, Keeler BD, Work-related musculoskeletal pain and discomfort in laparoscopic surgeons: an international multispecialty survey. Ann R Coll Surg Engl 2023; 105: 734–738. https://doi.org/10.1308/rcsann.2023.0024
10 Sinclair DR, Chung F, Mezei G: Can Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Be Predicted? Anesthesiology. 1999;91(1):109–18. Doi:10.1097/00000542-199907000-00018
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