Surgical approach

रोबोटिक कैंसर सर्जरी

01Overview

  • Robotic cancer surgery

In robotic surgery, the surgeon sits at a console. From there the surgeon controls fine tools and a camera through small cuts. The robot does not act on its own. The surgeon controls every move.

It is a form of keyhole (minimally invasive) surgery. It is an option only for some operations and some patients, where it is advised and available.

Please ask the clinic if robotic surgery is available in Bikaner for your operation before you plan for it.

A da Vinci Xi robotic surgical system with four numbered arms in an operating room, no patient presentAlvarogarciamd · CC BY-SA 4.0
A da Vinci Xi robotic surgical system with four numbered arms in an operating room, no patient present

02What it involves

Robotic cancer surgery in Bikaner:
the method in plain words.

  1. 01

    The surgeon is in control

    The robotic system turns the surgeon’s hand moves into precise moves of small tools.

  2. 02

    Where it may be considered

    Robotic methods may be considered for some operations in the pelvis and belly. This depends on the case.

  3. 03

    Not a different cancer treatment

    It is a way of doing surgery. It does not change the type of cancer or the need for other treatment.

  4. 04

    Open surgery when needed

    If it is not safe or suitable, keyhole or open surgery is used instead.

  5. 05

    Planning

    The method is chosen after examination, scans and discussion with you.

03How the plan is made

Decided together,
step by step.

  1. 01

    Your doctor examines you and reviews your scans to decide the best way to operate.

  2. 02

    Your doctor studies your reports and scans and advises any missing tests.

  3. 03

    The case is discussed with other specialists where needed. These may be doctors for scans, tissue tests, cancer medicines and radiotherapy. This is called a multidisciplinary discussion.

  4. 04

    The plan is explained to you and your family in plain words, with all the options. You decide together with the doctor.

05Questions

Asked about
robotic cancer surgery.

Does the robot operate by itself?

No. The surgeon controls it fully throughout.

Is robotic surgery right for everyone?

No. It depends on the type and position of the cancer, your health and the facilities available.

Will it cost more?

Costs can differ by method and hospital. Please ask the clinic or hospital about this directly.

Next step

Talk it through
in person.

Bring your reports and a family member. You will leave knowing what is known so far, and what comes next.