The term we use to describe a surgical case that employs robotics influences how experts and laypeople think about this procedure. Robotic surgery is a misnomer because it implies more automation compared to what actually happens. A more realistic description is robot-assisted surgery and this term is likely to help promote more realistic understanding among stakeholders.
Keywords: Hype effect; Robotic surgery; Shared mental model; Situational awareness; Teamwork.
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