What Is Robotic Surgery?

The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) defines robotic surgery as a surgical procedure performed using advanced technology that enhances the interaction between the surgeon and the patient.

The purpose of a surgical robot is to overcome certain human limitations while enhancing the surgeon's capabilities. Its ability to perform movements with exceptional precision, consistency, and repeatability has made robotic-assisted surgery an important advancement in modern medicine.

Does the Robot Perform the Surgery on Its Own?

No. Robotic surgical systems are not autonomous machines capable of performing surgery independently or solving surgical problems through preprogrammed instructions.

Instead, they serve as an extension of the surgeon's skills, translating the surgeon's hand movements into highly stable, precise, and delicate robotic movements. For this reason, the surgeon remains fully in control throughout the procedure and is ultimately responsible for every aspect of the operation. As with any surgical technique, the surgeon's training and experience are the most important factors in achieving successful outcomes.

Benefits

• Faster recovery

• Less postoperative pain

• Lower risk of infection

• Minimal blood loss

• Smaller incisions and scars

• Quicker return to daily activities

• Shorter hospital stay

• Reduced risk of complications

Advantages

• Enhanced dexterity and surgical maneuverability

• Eliminates hand tremors and improves surgeon ergonomics

• High-definition 3D visualization

• Greater precision and range of motion

Who Can Perform Robotic Surgery?

Robotic surgery can only be performed by surgeons who have completed specialized training provided in collaboration with both the hospital and Intuitive, the manufacturer of the robotic surgical system. In addition, these procedures require the support of a highly trained multidisciplinary surgical team.

This advanced technology has become an increasingly safe, precise, and effective option for treating a wide range of conditions, helping patients restore their health and improve their quality of life.

Procedures Performed Using Robotic Technology

• General Surgery

• Fundoplication

• Esophagectomy

• Colectomy

• Pancreatectomy

• Splenectomy

• Revisional Surgery

• Gastric Bypass

• Sleeve Gastrectomy

• Adrenalectomy

• Cholecystectomy

• Bile Duct Reconstruction