What is Gastrointestinal Robotic Surgery?

A GI surgeon who uses a robotic system for assistance to operate on patients with gastrointestinal disorders, is a robotic GI surgeon. The device has a robotic arm that can hold small surgical instruments. Your surgeon moves the robotic arm using controllers and a viewing screen. Robotic surgery doesn’t replace your surgeon. It’s just one of many methods they use.

For meticulous treatment and state-of-the-art technology, visit KKCare and book a consultation with the best GI surgeons in Pune.

Benefits of Gastrointestinal Robotic Surgery

Compared to traditional open surgery, robot-assisted surgery offers benefits like:

• Less pain during recovery.

• Lower risk of infection.

• Reduced blood loss.

• Shorter hospital stays.

• Smaller scars.

What Gastrointestinal Conditions Does a GI Surgeon Treat?

Robotic surgery is implemented in many cases and we have the technology to even use it for patients with major illnesses such as colon cancer. The procedures include:

Colorectal surgery: This includes procedures like:

• 1 . Colectomy (partial or complete): Removal of a diseased portion of the colon, such as in cases of colon cancer or severe diverticulitis.

• 2 . Rectal resection: Removal of the rectum, often used for rectal cancer.

• 3 . Rectopexy: Repairing a prolapsed rectum (protrusion through the anus).

Hernia repair : This involves repairing hernias in the abdominal wall, such as hiatal hernias (upper stomach protrudes through the diaphragm) and ventral hernias (bulging of abdominal tissue through a weak spot in the muscles).

Anti-reflux surgery : This addresses gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) by strengthening the lower esophageal sphincter (muscle at the end of the esophagus) to prevent stomach acid from flowing back up.

Gastric surgery : This includes procedures like:

1 . Gastric bypass: Used for weight loss surgery by rerouting the digestive system.

How is Gastrointestinal Robotic Surgery Performed?

Before surgery, you’ll discuss the procedure with your doctor and undergo tests to ensure everything is good to go. On surgery day, after anesthesia, the surgical team sets up the robotic system. The surgeon then makes the small incisions and, using the magnified 3D image, performs the necessary procedure, like removing a diseased section of intestine or repairing a hernia.

Once complete, the incisions are closed, and your recovery begins! Robotic GI surgery offers potential benefits like less scarring, reduced blood loss, and faster recovery times compared to traditional open surgery. You’ll schedule follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor your recovery and healing process.

Why Choose KK Care Clinic for Your GI Surgeon?

We go through all steps to reach an accurate diagnosis. If the problem area is harder to identify, our advanced medical technology includes procedures such as Digital Rectal Examination (DRE), Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, etc. After a proper analysis of your medical history combined with the reports, we give you an effective treatment plan.

Our specialists are highly qualified and the team is led by Dr. Shrikanth Kurhade, a renowned Robotic surgeon. KKCare’s staff is here to guide you throughout your healing journey- from primary consultations to post-operative rehab. Your health is our top priority, hence as a part of our treatment, we focus on your long-term recovery.

Contact KKCare Hospital to schedule a consultation and learn more about gastrointestinal robotic surgery.