Abstract
Robotic medicine has been adopted by various surgical subspecialties as its benefits have become more apparent. Vascular neurosurgery remains at the forefront of this cutting-edge technology. Here, we provide a broad overview of these innovations in vascular neurosurgery for both practitioners familiar with robotics and those seeking further edification on the subject. Technologies under development for cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery include robot-assisted angiography, guided operative microscopes, coil insertion systems, and endoscopic clipping devices. Robotic technology has certain disadvantages, for example, wide implementation can lead to increased cost, training time, and potential delays in emergency situations. Further development of current multidisciplinary technologies and investigation into more recently developed systems is necessary before robotics can exert a significant effect on clinical practice.