Expert Robotic Surgery for Complex Care

What is Robotic-Assisted Surgery?

Robotic-assisted surgery is an advanced form of minimally invasive surgery. Like conventional laparoscopic surgery, it is performed through several small incisions rather than one large surgical wound.

However, robotic-assisted surgery offers several advantages over standard laparoscopy. The robotic system provides the surgeon with a highly magnified three-dimensional view of the surgical area, improving depth perception and visual clarity. Its instruments also have wrist-like flexibility, allowing more precise and controlled movements than conventional rigid laparoscopic instruments. This can be particularly useful for complex operations or procedures performed in narrow or difficult-to-access areas of the body.

A common misconception is that the robot performs the surgery on its own. This is not the case.

The robotic system is fully controlled by the surgeon at all times. It does not make decisions, move independently, or perform any part of the surgery without the surgeon’s direct input. The robotic system acts as an extension of the surgeon’s hands, allowing highly precise movements, improved flexibility, and enhanced visualisation during complex procedures.

Clinical Benefits for Patients

When suitable for the patient and procedure, robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery may offer several benefits compared with traditional open surgery.

• Less Pain After Surgery
  Because smaller incisions are used and there is generally less disruption to surrounding muscles and tissues, patients may experience less post-operative pain compared with open surgery.
• Reduced Blood Loss
  Enhanced visualisation and precise instrument control may help surgeons identify, control, and seal blood vessels more accurately, which can reduce blood loss during surgery.
• Faster Recovery
  Many patients are able to stand, walk, and return to normal daily activities sooner, depending on the type of surgery, their overall health, and their recovery progress.
• Shorter Hospital Stay
  For selected procedures, robotic-assisted surgery may allow a shorter hospital stay, enabling patients to continue their recovery comfortably at home.

List of Specialties

• Urology
• Gynaecology
• Colorectal
• ENT
• Breast
• Thoracic
• Upper GI
• Hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB)

List of Participating Insurance Provider (Reimbursement)

• PruBSN
• Prudential
• AIA

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