
“We evaluate each candidate for robotic surgery on a case by case basis,” says Tony Maalouf, MD, head of Butler Health System’s Robotic Surgery program. “We take into consideration the patient’s overall health, and the type of surgery that is needed.”
The Intuitive Surgical Robot, by daVinci Surgical is a mobile piece of equipment that can be used in any of BHS’ operating rooms. It consists of a robotic arm with a magnified viewing field and tools with more range of motion than a human hand.
The surgeon controls the robot at a console that is located near the patient. A laparoscope, or thin tube with a tiny camera and light sends images to a video monitor in the operating room to guide the surgeon and support staff in assisting during the surgery.
Some benefits of Robotic Surgery include: better visualization due to magnification, more precision and flexibility in maneuvering instruments, decreased length of stay for patients, less postoperative pain and improved recovery times.
The BHS Robotic Surgery program was partially funded by the BHS Foundation’s Crystal Ball.
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