Overview
To determine if robotic surgery can be performed for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients, to ascertain the optimal robotic set up for multi-quadrant IBD operations and evaluate clinical outcomes in robotic compared to laparoscopic surgery.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Aged 18 years or over
- Undergoing IBD surgery using MIS (minimally invasive surgery) techniques
- Histological/radiological evidence of inflammatory bowel disease
Exclusion Criteria:
- Planned open surgical approach
- Lacks capacity to provide informed consent