Liability in Robotic Surgery: Legal Frameworks and Case Studies

Abstract

Because it promises better results, shorter healing times, and high accuracy, robotic surgery which uses modern technology to help doctors do minimally invasive procedures has become very popular very quickly in the medical world. But using robots in surgery brings up difficult legal questions about who is responsible. The main point of this argument is who is responsible when there are medical mistakes or malpractice. This essay looks into the law aspects of robotic surgery and uses case studies to figure out who is responsible for what: medical schools, doctors, and companies that make robotic systems. By looking at the current state of medical malpractice rules in relation to robotic surgery, it shows that there are problems with how responsibility is assigned. Some of the important things that were talked about were the duty of surgeons, the role of medical institutions in making sure that the right training, maintenance, and system changes happen, and the purpose of companies that make robotic systems. By looking at actual court cases, the paper is able to bring up legal examples and issues that could help guide future hearings on robotic surgery malpractice. The goal is to study how to make better law systems that can keep up with how medical technology changes and protect patients' rights. The study also stresses the need for rules to keep up with changes in technology and for healthcare workers to fully understand their legal duties when it comes to robotic surgery.