title: Robotic applications in reproductive endocrinology and infertility.
abstract: In reproductive medicine, minimally invasive techniques are commonly used to perform various surgeries (e.g., tubal reanastomosis and myomectomy) in the infertile patient. In recent years, robotic technology has been utilized to perform these surgeries. This article will review the laparoscopic and robotic applications for tubal reanastomosis and myomectomy within the field of reproductive medicine. In addition, current robotic techniques utilized at our institution will be reviewed. In reproductive medicine, robotic-assisted technology provides a feasible option for minimally invasive surgery.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ohio State University, 1654 Upham Drive, Means Hall #567, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA.
authors.forename: Julie
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Sroga
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ohio State University, 1654 Upham Drive, Means Hall #567, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA. reipatel@aol.com.
authors.forename: Sejal Dharia
authors.initials: SD
authors.lastname: Patel
keywords: Computer-assisted surgery; Myomectomy robotic surgery; Reproductive medicine; Tubal reanastomosis