Robotic-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (RATS) for Benign and Malignant Esophageal Tumors

This first small series of various esophageal pathologies treated by robotic-assisted thoracoscopic surgery supports the impression that the esophagus is an ideal organ for a robotic approach. The potential of the da Vinci system, especially for oncologic indications, remains to be proven in future clinical trials.