Robotic surgery is often heralded as the new revolution in the medical world, and it is one of the most talked about subjects in surgery today. It was developed to overcome the limitations of minimally invasive surgery. In robot-assisted surgery, the surgeon uses a computer console to manipulate the instruments attached to multiple robotic arms, instead of moving the instruments manually. The computer translates the surgeon’s movements, which are then carried out on the patient by the robotic arm. This also opens up the option of remote surgery, where the surgeon can control the movements from any location and not necessarily the operation theatre. Robotic surgery has served great value, particularly in areas inaccessible to conventional laproscopic procedures.

Manipal Hospital, Bangalore is one of the few hospitals in the country which offers this advanced, path breaking surgical technology. Here, robot assisted surgery has steadily grown in stature and is now used in many compatible areas of surgery. New developments and advancements in this field are closely monitored and imbibed, so that they can be incorporated in the procedures provided by robotic surgery. Manipal Hospitals prides itself in being part of the various trials conducted to test the feasibility, efficacy and safety of the new procedures in robotic surgery.

BENEFITS

• 3D Visualization
• Improved dexterity
• Resistance to radiation and infection
• Reduced blood loss and significantly lesser pain
• Faster recovery and shorter stay in the hospital
• Clinically superior results
• Reduced risk of complications
• Minimal scarring
• Enhanced precision and reduced trauma to the patient
• Decrease in fatigue and hand tremors experienced by the doctors during long drawn surgeries with the help of robot assistants
• Fewer personnel in the operating room hence reducing cost of health care in the long run