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Robotic Cardiac Surgery

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Quick facts

Treatment type Minimally invasive robotic surgery

Hospital stay 2-4 days

Return to activities 2-4 weeks

Anaesthesia General

What is it

Robotic cardiac surgery uses advanced robotic technology and tiny incisions to perform complex heart procedures with greater precision, flexibility and control. It offers the benefits of minimally invasive surgery while aiming to deliver outcomes comparable to traditional open-heart surgery.

Why it is done

It can be used for selected heart conditions where minimally invasive robotic surgery may provide an alternative to traditional open-heart surgery.

Who needs it

Mitral valve disease Coronary artery disease requiring bypass surgery Atrial fibrillation Septal defects Certain heart tumours and other conditions The heart team decides whether robotic surgery is appropriate, based on your condition and anatomy.

Types and options

Mitral valve repair or replacement - treats leaking or narrowed mitral valves Coronary artery bypass (CABG) - creates new pathways around blocked arteries Atrial fibrillation surgery - targets the areas causing irregular heart rhythm Septal defect repair - closes holes in the heart Heart tumour removal - removes certain tumours safely and precisely

Tests before treatment

Medical history and heart condition Symptoms Cardiac imaging Other diagnostic tests Suitability for minimally invasive robotic surgery Overall surgical risk The final approach is selected according to your individual condition.

How it is done

The surgeon controls specialised robotic instruments from a console. High-definition 3D vision and flexible instruments allow precise movements through small incisions.

Recovery

Most patients may go home within two to four days. Many can gradually return to normal activities within about two to four weeks, depending on the procedure and individual recovery. Smaller incisions may mean less pain, less blood loss, less scarring and a faster recovery. Follow-up with the heart team is required to monitor recovery and long-term results.

Benefits and outcomes

Greater precision - 3D high-definition vision and wristed instruments allow precise movements Smaller incisions - tiny incisions can mean less pain and minimal scarring Less pain and blood loss - less trauma to the body Faster recovery - many patients return to normal activities sooner Proven outcomes - robotic surgery can give excellent short and long-term results in appropriately selected patients

Risks and complications

Bleeding Infection Anaesthesia-related complications Heart rhythm problems Blood clots Injury to surrounding structures A need to convert to traditional surgery in certain situations Your heart team will assess your individual risks and determine the safest surgical approach.

Preparing to travel

Complete the required cardiac evaluation and imaging Review your medical history and medications Undergo anaesthesia assessment Confirm that robotic surgery is appropriate for your condition

How it is done

1
Preparation
You will receive anaesthesia so you are comfortable and pain-free during surgery.
2
Small incisions
Several tiny incisions are made between the ribs to insert the camera and the robotic instruments.
3
Surgeon at the console
The surgeon sits at a console near the operating table and controls the instruments with precision.
4
The procedure
The robotic instruments move with a greater range of motion, allowing the surgeon to work precisely.
5
Closure
The instruments are removed and the small incisions are closed with sutures.

Where you can have this

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What it costs

What changes the price

Type of cardiac procedure Robotic technology and equipment used Hospital selected Surgeon and medical team Diagnostic tests Length of hospital stay Your overall condition