Robotic heart surgery is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that uses robots to perform the surgery under the careful supervision and control of specialised surgeons. The surgery is also known as Da Vinci Surgery, which was named after the manufacturer of the robot used. There is less pain and discomfort associated with robot-assisted heart surgery in Chennai, as the incisions are small and less noticeable.
The field of medicine has been influenced by advancements in technology and one of the best examples is the rising popularity of Robotic Surgery. This minimally invasive heart surgery is performed by robots controlled by skilled and experienced surgeons.
The surgery is performed using surgical tools attached to robotic arms, which are controlled by speciualized surgeons. In robotic cardiac surgery, the incisions made are small unlike traditional surgeries, which leads to minimal complications and faster healing.
As, robot assisted heart surgery offers more precision, many cardiac operations, such as mitral valve repair, closure of some specific types of holes and removal of cardiac tumours are performed using these surgical robots.
Heart Specialist & Cardiac-Surgeon Robotic & Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS) TAVR / TAVI Specialist. Senior Consultant Apollo Hospital
Not everybody is a fit for robotic heart bypass surgery. The choice of a robotic surgery in Chennai depends on various factors, such as the patient’s general health and cardiac complications. Your cardiologist will perform some tests, such as cardiac catheterisation, CT scans, etc, to decide whether robotic surgery is an apt approach for you.
Patients with multiple cardiac procedures like valve repair and coronary artery bypass surgery may not be the right choice for robotic surgery. Also, patients who are obese or who have had previous cardiac surgery, especially on the right side, may not be considered eligible for robotic cardiac surgery. It is usually not performed on an emergency or a trauma patient.
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Deciding with the right surgeon and the hospital for consultations is the primary step in ensuring a successful Robotic Surgery in Chennai. Heart360 Care is led by one of the best Robotic surgeons in Chennai, Dr Nikhil P.J. Theckumparampil, who has decades of experience in Cardiac surgery and has completed more than 3,000 heart surgeries.
Dr Nikhil is considered one of the busiest robotic heart surgeons in the USA. He has performed over 200 robotic-assisted cardiac surgeries to date.
He has extensive global experience and is trained in cardiac surgery and other advanced procedures like robotic heart surgery at prestigious institutions, including Harvard University, Ohio State University, Vanderbilt University, Temple University, and Pennsylvania University.
Dr. Nikhil is a pioneer in incision-less valve procedures, having conducted more than 400 transcatheter valve replacements using advanced technologies like the Medtronic CoreValve, Edwards Sapien valve, Abbott MitraClip, and Meril MyVal. He is also an expert in surgical electrophysiology, specialising in Cox Maze IV for atrial fibrillation and serving as a proctor for Convergent Hybrid Ablation Procedures.
He is known for his compassionate and patient-centric approach. Dr. Nikhil is highly ethical in his practice and communicates transparently about procedures, success rates, and risks.
Robotic-assisted heart surgery offers numerous advantages compared to traditional open-heart surgery, such as:
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The main steps involved in a robotic surgery in Chennai are discussed below;
A total medical examination is conducted using various diagnostic tests and imaging studies like electrocardiogram, X-ray, CT, etc. Then the surgeon develops a detailed surgical plan tailored to the patient’s specific needs.
The patient is administered general anaesthesia to ensure they are unconscious and pain-free throughout the procedure.
Then, small incisions, typically 1-2 centimetres in size, are made in the patient’s body. These cuts attach surgical instruments and a high-definition 3D camera to the robotic arms.
The surgeon views the surgical site in high-definition and 3D and controls it through the console. Throughout the robotic heart bypass procedure, the surgical team continuously monitors the patient’s vital signs and the surgical site.
Once the robot-assisted cardiac surgery is complete, the surgical instruments and camera are removed from the patient’s body. The small incisions are closed using sutures, staples, or adhesive strips.
The recovery period after robotic cardiac surgery in Chennai is generally smoother and faster than traditional surgery. Depending on the complexity of the surgery, the patient may need to stay in the hospital for a few days for observation and further recovery. Most patients have a shorter hospital stay compared to those who undergo traditional open surgery. Pain relief medications are administered as needed to manage postoperative discomfort.
Some patients may require physical therapy to regain strength and mobility. Light activities, such as walking around the house, can be resumed within a few days post-surgery. Patients should avoid heavy lifting, strenuous exercise, and activities that might strain the surgical site that could lead to major complications.
The cost of robotic surgery is approximately around INR 7,00,000. However, the total cost of robotic heart surgery varies depending on factors such as:
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All surgeries have some associated complications, and so have robotic heart surgeries. Although this is a minimally invasive procedure and the complications associated with the surgery are fewer, still some of the possible potential risks associated with robotic cardiac surgery are listed below:
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