TPW 2.04 Feasibility and Early Outcomes of Robotic Transanal Minimally Invasive Surgery (rTAMIS): A Single-Centre Experience
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2026
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Abstract Aims Transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS) is a well-established technique for local excision of rectal lesions. We evaluated the feasibility and early outcomes of robotic TAMIS (rTAMIS) following its introduction at our institution. Methods A retrospective analysis was performed of consecutive rTAMIS procedures over six-month period (May-December 2025). The primary outcome was technical feasibility and safety. Secondary outcomes included operative metrics, quality of excision, recurrence, histopathology and short-term oncological surrogates. Results Twenty-three patients underwent rTAMIS (median age 76 years; 43% ASA III–IV). Median lesion size was 3.0 cm (range 2–9 cm), and distance from the anal verge was 6.1 cm (maximum 11 cm). Median operating time was 32 minutes with minimal blood loss. All lesions were successfully excised robotically, with no conversions. En-bloc resection was achieved in 96% of cases, and complete (R0) resection was confirmed in 100% following surveillance assessment. No peri-operative complications or readmissions occurred and 90% patients were discharged the same day. Eight malignant lesions (34.7%) were excised, including six pT1 cancers followed up with surveillance and two pT2 cancers in candidates not fit for major resection. One local recurrence (4.3%) was detected on surveillance in benign rTAMIS at dentate line. Outcomes were comparable to published rTAMIS systematic review analysis (2023). Conclusion Robotic TAMIS is technically feasible and safe, even for larger and more proximal rectal lesions in a high-risk cohort offering enhanced dexterity, stability and ergonomics. Early outcomes demonstrate acceptable procedural completion, low morbidity and rapid recovery, supporting adaption as viable organ-preserving approach.
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| Authors | Afifa Naseer, Mohammed Balbola, Tareq Omer, Klimovskij Michail, Yesar El-Dhuwaib |
| Journal | the british journal of surgery |
| Year | 2026 |
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10.1093/bjs/znag087.304
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