The Urologic clinics of North America
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Urol. Clin. North Am. · Nov 2014
ReviewEconomics of robotic surgery: does it make sense and for whom?
The authors performed a literature review to identify cost-effectiveness research as it pertains to robotic surgery. There is increased utilization of robotic surgery in urology with limited comparative effectiveness research demonstrating superiority over conventional, less costly treatment options. Further research into identifying determinants for optimal utilization of robotics and newer technology is needed.