Robotic Surgery: What is it?
Robotic surgery, also known as robot-assisted surgery, involves the use of robotic arms to carry out minimally invasive (keyhole) surgical procedures. With the use of robotic systems, surgeons can perform complex procedures with greater precision.
In the context of GI treatments, this technology has been applied to various procedures, including colorectal surgeries, gastric surgeries, and bariatric surgeries. The system typically consists of a console, robotic arms, and a camera-equipped endoscope, allowing surgeons to control the robotic instruments with exceptional precision.
The Robotic Surgery technology consists of:
- Surgical arms: Equipped with miniature instruments featuring wrists at their tips.
- Advanced camera: Offering magnified 3D views of the surgical site.
- Surgical console: Allowing the surgeon to precisely control the movements of the instruments and camera.
Robotic Surgery: Who performs it for GI treatments?
A GI surgeon who undergoes training in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery conducts this procedure.