Robotic-assisted reversal of Hartmann’s procedure for diverticulitis

Abstract

The minimally invasive laparoscopic approach for the reversal of Hartmann's procedure (HP) has been shown to be a safe and feasible approach associated with low morbidity and fast recovery. Robotic surgery has not yet been described for HP reversal. We report the case of an 84-year-old man originally operated on in an emergency setting by conventional HP for complicated diverticulitis who underwent a robotic-assisted HP reversal. The surgical procedure and the post-operative follow-up were uneventful, with low post-operative pain, early return to bowel function, and discharge at day 3. The robotic surgery appeared to be a safe, feasible, and valuable approach for HP reversal.