What You Need to Know About Robotic Heart Surgery

Introduction

With the growing use of robotics in surgery, many people are wondering if they should have robotic heart surgery. Fortunately, there are many benefits to robotic heart surgery. First of all—and perhaps most importantly—you can expect a shorter recovery time and less pain after this kind of procedure. The best part is that you'll be able to get back to living your life as soon as possible after undergoing this procedure. That's why so many patients are choosing robotic heart surgery over traditional open-heart surgeries these days! In this guide we'll answer all your questions about robotic heart surgery so you can make an informed decision before moving forward with any treatment plans:

Who performs robotic surgery, the surgeon or the robot?

In robotic heart surgery, the surgeon is in control of the robot. The surgeon uses a console to direct the device's movements while looking at 3D images on a screen.

The robot performs most of the work, but it only acts as an extension of your physician's hands and eyes. The surgeon guides its actions through inputting commands through that same control console.

What kind of surgeries can be performed robotically?

Robotic heart surgery can be performed on both the heart and other parts of the body. Non-cardiac procedures currently being done robotically include:

●     Hysterectomy (removal of uterus)

●     Prostatectomy (removal of prostate gland)

Who is a candidate for robotic heart surgery?

Robotic heart surgery is a great option for patients who have a heart valve that needs to be replaced, or who have a heart defect that needs to be corrected. The procedure can also be used to treat aneurysms.

Robotic heart surgery is not for everyone, however. Patients who have had previous abdominal surgeries may not be able to undergo robotic heart surgery because of complications from their previous procedures. If you are interested in learning more about this new method of treatment, speak with your doctor first!

What are the benefits of robotic surgery?

●     The robotic system is an extension of the surgeon's hands.

●     The cameras and other sensors give the surgeon a three-dimensional view of what is happening inside the body, allowing for greater precision in surgery.

●     It can perform more complex surgeries than a human surgeon can, such as cutting out several areas at once or using its arms to grasp tissues and structures inside the body with more force than would be possible with a human hand.

●     Robotic heart surgery has fewer complications that may require another operation later on (such as infections), so recovery time is shorter.

What's Penn's experience with robotic heart surgery?

Penn has been using the da Vinci robotic system since 2009 and has performed more than 2,000 robotic procedures at its flagship hospital. In fact, Penn is one of the leading hospitals in the country for robotic heart surgery.

The da Vinci robot is a revolutionary tool that allows surgeons to perform complex procedures with far greater precision than with conventional open-heart surgical techniques. The robot employs tiny instruments attached to long metal arms and can be guided through small incisions made in the body—many times just millimeters wide—which reduces pain after surgery and recovery time.

How long does robotic open-heart surgery take?

It takes between 4 and 5 hours to complete the surgery, with the robot helping to facilitate the procedure. The surgeon uses two different instruments when performing robotic-assisted heart surgery: an operating microscope, which gives him a magnified view of what he's doing inside your body; and an instrument that allows him to make precise movements at any angle while he operates on you.

Robotic open-heart surgery is a fast, minimally invasive procedure that can help fix structural problems in your heart by replacing or repairing damaged valves.

Conclusion

In conclusion, I hope that this blog post has helped you understand more about robotic open-heart surgery. If you or someone you know is considering the procedure and would like to learn more, please contact us at micsheart.com. We have an experienced team of surgeons who are experts in robotic heart surgery and can answer all your questions.

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