Robotic endoscopy. A review of the literature

Abstract Purpose To present new endoscopic robotic devices in the context of minimally invasive procedures with high precision and automation. Methods Review of the literature by December 2018 on robotic endoscopy. Results We present the studies and investments for robotic implementation and flexible endoscopy evolution. We divided them into forceps manipulation platforms, active endoscopy and endoscopic capsule. They try to improve forceps handling and stability and to promote active movement. Conclusion The implementation and propagation of robotic models depend on doing what the endoscopist is unable to. The new devices are moving forward in this direction.

摘要
研究目的：在高精度、自动化的微创手术背景下，介绍新型内镜机器人装置（endoscopic robotic devices）。
研究方法：针对截至2018年12月的机器人内镜（robotic endoscopy）相关文献进行系统综述。
研究结果：本研究梳理了机器人内镜技术落地与柔性内镜（flexible endoscopy）演进领域的相关研究及投资动态，将相关技术划分为钳夹操作平台（forceps manipulation platforms）、主动式内镜（active endoscopy）与内镜胶囊（endoscopic capsule）三大类别。上述技术旨在优化钳夹操作的操控性与稳定性，并推动内镜主动运动的实现。
研究结论：机器人内镜模型的落地与推广，有赖于解决内镜医师无法独立完成的操作难题，新型装置正沿着这一方向持续迭代发展。