Use of robotics in oncology surgery.
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چکیده
Robotic surgery is an exciting technology that allows the surgeon to sit at a computer console near the operating table, using mechanical arms with surgical instruments attached to them. This type of surgery is minimally invasive, and the procedure is performed through tiny incisions. This technology is widely used in the United States and is expected to evolve over time with an increase in the number and types of procedures.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Clinical journal of oncology nursing
دوره 19 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2015