Surgery Without Borders: How Far Can Remote Robotics Go? As healthcare moves toward digital transformation, remote robotic surgery is emerging as a potential solution to bridge gaps in access to specialized care. This systematic review evaluated its clinical effectiveness, safety, and feasibility across multiple specialties including general surgery, gynecology, orthopedics, and urology. Based on 26 studies published between 2001 and 2025, r emote robotic procedures demonstrated high success rates and acceptable safety profiles .
Although operative time was slightly longer (by approximately 10–30 minutes), most systems incorporated backup mechanisms such as secondary networks or local surgeon takeover to mitigate communication risks. The findings highlight strong potential for expanding surgical access in remote or underserved regions. However, challenges remain significant—ranging from…
