Robotic thoracic surgery is a rapidly evolving field in India, revolutionizing complex chest procedures like lung and esophageal surgery, using a minimally invasive robotic system for minimally invasive surgery. The advantages of robotic thoracic surgery over traditional open surgery include smaller incisions, less pain, faster recovery, and improved outcomes.
Robotic surgery is commonly used for thoracic surgeries such as lung resection, thymectomy, esophagectomy, and mediastinal tumor removal. Lung resections involve lobectomy, wedge resection, and segmentectomy, crucial for treating lung cancer. Thymectomy involves the removal of the thymus gland, often necessary for myasthenia gravis and thymic tumors. Esophagectomy is a complex procedure, facilitated by robotic surgery. Mediastinal tumor removal is a minimally invasive approach, especially for mediastinum tumors. Dr. Ajay Narasimhan, Senior Consultant, Department of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Thoracic Surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai said “As technology continues to advance, robotic thoracic surgery is set to play an even more significant role in the future of healthcare in India. “
Robotic thoracic surgery offers surgeons enhanced precision and accuracy, resulting in improved surgical outcomes and reduced complications. Its minimally invasive approach requires only small incisions, reducing tissue trauma and blood loss. High-definition imaging enhances visualization, enabling better decision-making and tissue manipulation. Robotic systems also improve surgeon comfort and reduce fatigue, enhancing overall performance and patient safety.
