The Advantages of Robotic Surgery Over Traditional Methods

September 25, 2024

If you might have heard about new advancements in medical science, you must have heard about robotic surgery which is highly blooming today.

Currently in India, more and more hospitals are introducing new advanced technology out of which robotic surgery is a one that is on the radar. Offering several benefits in comparison to traditional methods, robotic surgery has won many hearts. This new technology has proven to be highly effective and efficient in healing patients. The technology has treated many people to get off complex ailments with utmost ease. 

In this article let us understand how robotic technology has outdated traditional methods of treatment. While you will notice its benefits, it may convince you why it has become one of the leading methods of healing in medical sciences. 

Traditional Surgery vs Robotic Surgery

As we all are aware, traditional methods involve bigger cuts to reach the particular part for operation in almost all surgical treatment. These methods have been used for a longer time and are common in fewer areas where modern technologies have not been yet introduced. 

 

What does traditional surgery include?

  • Open surgery cuts to get areas that need to be treated
  • Stitching to sew up cuts or wounds 
  • Manual tissue work to remove tissues
  • Use of traditional tools like Scalpel, tweezers, and clamps 

Healing with traditional surgeries enables doctor’s ability to access and operate on the surgical site directly but has a higher chance of triggering infection and scars. This old method takes weeks or months to enable recovery in patients depending upon the immunity.

However, traditional surgery has turned it to be more invasive which sometimes leads the patient to go through a painful trauma in the body. This has led surgeons to choose advanced methods of surgery to facilitate better care and less painful treatments. 

Whereas robotic surgery on the other hand is a new advanced technology which includes robotic systems. It is an advance treatment introduced to doctors who use robots to conduct their surgeries in this method. Instead of making big cuts, doctors use small tools which are controlled by surgeons through robotics signals. 

 

What does robotic surgery include?

  • Use of special cameras to see precisely inside the body 
  • Robotic tools to insert and generate small cuts on the body
  • A computer to visualize and perform the surgery.
  • Robotic arms for precise movements 

Recovery from robotic surgery usually takes less time, and there’s a lower chance of complications like infections or scars. This method is becoming more popular because it has turned out to be more precise and safe, causing less pain to the patient. 

Thus, healing is faster in such advanced methods with fewer and smaller cuts. In addition to this, it has turned out to be a much safer and more efficient option for working people who look forward to getting back to their working routine. 

 

Some Benefits of Robotic Surgery over Traditional Methods

 

Great precision 

 It provides good control during operation as surgeons don't have to use their hands which can otherwise be less precise in traditional methods. 

Improved dexterity

The advanced robotic system helps doctors to facilitate precise and delicate movements. It may get challenging for human hand movements. 

Removal of direct use of hand 

It also helps eliminate human error whereas manual handling may increase the risk of mistakes or errors during the surgery.

Involves 3-D visualization 

It provides a better view of surrounding tissues in 3 D visual technology as earlier 2 visual images from traditional cameras were used which may not provide as detailed a picture as in this method. 

Reduce the chances of accidental damage

It eliminates the possibility of unintended injury as it has a better control system in comparison to less precise control with hands. 

Small Incisions

This method is less traumatic for the patient as it has smaller cuts in comparison to bigger cuts in manual methods to access the surgical area. 

Minimizes scarring on the body

This surgery contributes to better and clearer outcomes in comparison to larger incisions that often causes more noticeable scars on the body. 

Reduce blood loss

Due to less blood loss, this method keeps the body's strength intact and stable  whereas larger incisions lead to bleeding, impacting the recovery time and overall health of the patient. 

Minimize postoperative pain

It also reduces pain and the use of medication for recovery due to small incisions.  Previous invasive techniques cause more pain and thus require stronger medication for recovery.

Provides fast recovery 

It speeds up the healing process due to advanced technology whereas manual recovery can take longer due to the long extension of the surgery and the size of the incisions.

Lowers the risk of Infection

Dealing in smaller areas of cuts and wounds has lowered the infection rate  as previously larger wounds used to create a great chance of infection.

Provide a greater range of motion

This method is highly beneficial in operating delicate surgeries as surgeons can operate both  in depth without having restrictions as it is more difficult to carry out surgeries in traditional cases. 

Offer consistent surgical outcomes

It offers high stability in the surgical process, leading doctors to experience less fatigue. Thus it assists in carrying out long procedures which helps doctors to come out with better outcomes.

 

Conclusion

Choosing a hospital that is well equipped with the latest robotic technology will ensure you get all the benefits listed above. A well renowned Sohana Hospital established in 1995 offers outstanding treatments. Patients are experiencing the magic of their latest and advanced technology, which are delivering long lasting results. 

Our doctors are paving the way with the best robotic technology, leading people to get more feasible or readily available treatments'. If you are someone who is looking for an effective treatment, visit our hospital and we will ensure you get superior care.