Robotic Assisted Surgical Systems (RASS) in healthcare management

Robotically Assisted Surgical Systems (RASS) have been used in carrying out over 7 million surgical procedures, since their emergence in the 1970s (Klodmann et al., 2021). The use of the systems has eased the workload of medical practitioners, for example, the positions held by the robot arms during surgery, create opportunity for surgical assistants to focus on other tasks (Klodmann et al., 2021). More so, Robotic Assisted Surgery (RAS) is gradually gaining predominance globally (Peters et al., 2018). Its size, specialty, use and versatility have evolved over the years (Brodie & Vasdev, n.d.). The use of RAS has enhanced ergonomics, tissue magnification, precision, improved training and seamless workflow, thus reducing the need for human assistants during surgical operations (McLeod, Melder & Da Vinci, 2005; Moawad et al., 2020). However, the significance of its influence on patients’ wellbeing and clinical practices is still under study by researchers, and the adoption of RASS in healthcare practices is expected to grow exponentially in the next decade (Brodie & Vasdev, n.d.). The adoption of RAS in healthcare practices is quite expensive and it requires changes in behavioural pattern as regards to surgery, which can be complex and difficult. Therefore, it is advisable to get the required training on the usage and application, before adopting it in surgical practices (Atkins et al., 2017). This article assesses the pros and cons of RAS while looking at its concept, use, advantage and Hazards.