Robotic Surgery
Traditional versus robotic hernia surgery
Verified by Dr. Shalin Dubey, Sr. Consultant General Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Hernias are a common ailment affecting millions worldwide. When it comes to repair, two main options are available: traditional open surgery and the robotic-assisted approach along with the laparoscopic approach. Let’s understand the important differences between the two. Traditional or Open Surgery,
Who is eligible for robotic hernia surgery?
Verified by Dr. Nitish Jhawar, Sr. Consultant General Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Robotic hernia surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that uses robotic technology to repair hernias. It is a safe and effective option for many people with hernias, but there are some eligibility criteria. You may be eligible for robotic hernia surgery if
What are the advantages and disadvantages of traditional knee replacements vs robotic knee replacements?
Verified by Dr. Siddhart Yadav, Sr. Consultant Orthopedics, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Traditional knee replacements Advantages Disadvantages They have been performed for many years and have a proven track record of success. Require larger incisions, which can lead to more pain and scarring. They are less expensive than robotic knee replacements. They can cause more
What are the types of robotic hernia surgery?
Verified by the best robotic surgeon in Mumbai, Dr. Shalin Dubey, Consultant Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Robotic hernia surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that offers a number of advantages over traditional open surgery, including: Robotic hernia surgery types include: Most common type of hernia, occurring in the groin. It is
Robotic knee replacement surgery
Verified byDr. Vikram Paode, Consultant Orthopedics & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, Dr. Sanjay Dhar, Consultant Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, Dr. Siddhart Yadav, Consultant Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai andDr. Prashant Agarwal, Consultant Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Rising incidence
What advantages does a robotic surgery have over traditional surgeries?
What advantages does a robotic surgery have over traditional surgeries? Robotic surgeries involve the use of machines that have tiny cameras and very small instruments attached to them. A surgeon, working on the console, places himself/herself close to the patient and makes precise movements from inside the console, mimicked by the robotic equipment. These are
How does Robotic Surgery for prostate cancer work?
How does Robotic Surgery for prostate cancer work? Surgical treatment of the prostate cancer entails removal of the entire prostate gland with seminal vesicles with or without lymph nodes depending upon the indications. This particular surgery is defined as radical prostatectomy. Conventionally it is performed in an open manner with an incision on the lower
Is Robotic surgery the same as laparoscopic?
Is Robotic surgery the same as laparoscopic? Robotic procedure is a minimally invasive procedure also called as a ‘keyhole surgery’ similar to the laparoscopic procedure. Only difference would be that the surgeon stands by the side of the patient in laparoscopic procedure holding the instruments himself or herself whereas in the robotic procedure the surgeon
Role of Robotic Surgery during COVID-19
Role of Robotic Surgery during COVID-19 Has Apollo Hospitals opted for robotic surgery more for surgeries since the last month? Even before the COVID pandemic, we had an increase in patients opting for Robotic surgery due to its many advantages including more precise surgery, less risk of infection and blood loss, quicker recovery, early discharge
Is robotic surgery dangerous?
Is robotic surgery dangerous? Robotic Surgery is a minimally invasive surgery performed via very small surgical tools attached to a robotic arm. The surgeon controls the robotic arm with a computer and directs its movements from the console. The small, precise movements that are possible with this type of surgery give it a huge advantage
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