Robotic Cholecystectomy surgery

Gallstones are stones or crystalline masses that form within the gallbladder and may vary in size and number. While gallstones symptoms can cause severe abdominal pain, bloating, and discomfort, asymptomatic gallstones can also cause severe complications, as they can slip down and block the bile duct.

Gallbladder removal is the only cure for gallstones. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a well-established procedure for gallbladder removal. With the next generation robotic system the same procedure can be performed with higher accuracy, precision, and safety with all the benefits of laparoscopic procedures intact.

During robotic surgery with a next-generation robotic system, Versius- the surgeon sits on an open console next to the patient wearing 3D glasses and operates using a 3D high-definition (HD) view on the console screen. The hand controls are manoeuvred by the surgeon, that moves the robotic arms with attached surgical instruments. The Versius system is a next-generation robotic system backed by artificial intelligence and machine learning. It is designed for surgical excellence.

During a robotic-assisted cholecystectomy procedure (removal of the gallbladder), the surgeon retracts the gallbladder and dissects the cystic artery and cystic duct. The common bile duct from the liver is protected. Since visualization of the gallbladder and surrounding structures are clearly seen, surgery is done accurately and safely. The gallbladder is mobilized off the liver and removed, usually with gallstones.

In a single-site robotic-assisted cholecystectomy, the surgeon makes a 2 - 2.5 cm incision at the belly button and a special port with multiple holes is placed. Two special curve ports, flexible robotic instruments, camera port and a retractor port are placed. The gallbladder and cystic artery and cystic duct are then dissected and ligated. The gallbladder is then mobilized off of the liver and removed through the belly button. The fascia and the skin are then closed, and the incision is hidden within the belly button area.

Benefits of Robotic-Assisted Surgery

• Less post-operative pain
• Reduced trauma to the body
• Less scarring
• Shorter hospital stays
• Reduced blood loss and need for transfusions
• Quicker recovery and return to normal activities