What are Robotic Surgeries?
Robotic surgery, also known as robot-assisted surgery, is a type of minimally invasive surgical procedure that utilizes robotic systems to perform surgical procedures with enhanced precision, control, and flexibility. The robotic system is operated by a highly skilled surgeon who controls the instruments and manipulates them with precision using a console that is located near the operating table.
During a robotic surgery procedure, the surgeon sits at a console and uses a joystick-like device to control the robotic arms, which are equipped with tiny surgical instruments and a high-definition camera. The camera provides a magnified, 3D view of the surgical site, allowing the surgeon to see the area being operated on with exceptional clarity and precision.
Robotic surgeries can be used for a variety of procedures, including prostatectomy, hysterectomy, colorectal surgery, and cardiovascular procedures, among others. The benefits of robotic surgery include smaller incisions, less pain, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery times for patients.
How are they used for Hip and Knee replacement?
Robotic surgeries can also be used for hip and knee replacements. In fact, robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its accuracy and precision.
In hip replacement surgery, a robotic system is used to assist the surgeon in performing a minimally invasive procedure. The robotic system creates a 3D virtual model of the patient’s hip joint based on preoperative imaging. This model is used by the surgeon to plan the surgery, including the size and placement of the artificial joint.
During the surgery, the robotic arm guides the surgeon in preparing the bone for the implant and positioning the implant with a high degree of accuracy. The robotic system also provides real-time feedback to the surgeon to ensure that the implant is properly aligned and placed.
Similarly, in knee replacement surgery, the robotic system helps the surgeon create a 3D virtual model of the patient’s knee joint and assists in planning and performing the surgery. The robotic system guides the surgeon in removing damaged bone and tissue and precisely positioning the implant.
The benefits of robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery include improved accuracy and precision, reduced blood loss, less postoperative pain, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery times.