Robotic Spine Surgery in Delhi

What is Robotic Spine Surgery?

Robotic spine surgery is a significant advancement in spinal surgery, which utilizes robotic technology to perform spine correction. It uses a surgical robot that assists the surgeon in planning and performing simple as well as complex spinal procedures. The procedure enhances precision, safety, and outcomes.

The robotic technology used in the surgery allows for highly accurate placement of the screws and implants, which reduces the risk of complications. Robotic spine surgery in Delhi is becoming increasingly popular owing to its high success rate. Depending on your condition, the doctor will decide whether you are a suitable candidate for the surgery or not and prepare you for the same.

Robotic Spine Surgery vs. Traditional Surgery

Robotic spine surgery is gaining popularity over traditional surgery due to the following reasons:

• Accessibility: Surgical robots can access all the difficult-to-reach areas, thanks to their navigation technology, which offers depth perception and spatial awareness of the surgical field. The tissues that cannot be directly visualized by the surgeon during the surgery can be located by this technology.
• Fewer Complications: Complications associated with spine surgeries, such as infections and delayed wound healing, may take a toll on a patient's recovery. Robotic spine surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that reduces the risk of postoperative infections. Less soft tissue damage results in enhanced wound healing.
• Better Ergonomics: Robotic technology offers better ergonomics and minimizes the physical strain that surgeons experience while performing the procedure. Unlike traditional spine surgery, robotic technology works in a more comfortable position, offering an ergonomic advantage and reducing the risk of exertion and fatigue, which contributes to the surgeon's overall well-being.

Benefits of Robotic Spine Surgery

• Robotic-assisted spine surgery offers precise guidance to the surgeons, which is important for the accurate placement of the screw and implants in the spine.
• The precision of robotic technology reduces the risk of damaging surrounding tissues and increases patient safety.
• Robotic-assisted spine surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that results in less intraoperative blood loss and postoperative pain, leading to reduced need for pain medication.
• After the procedure, the recovery time and hospital stay are shorter, saving unwanted expenses.
• The increased accuracy and control offered by robotic systems lead to better surgical outcomes, including improved alignment and better stability in spinal fusion surgeries.
• Based on individual need, the robotic technology can be maneuvered to create a customized procedure for the patient.

How Robotic Spine Surgery is Performed

• The surgeon attaches the robot to the patient's spine using clamps or pins. The robotic system allows for different mounting platforms for better precision, even if patient movement occurs.
• An intraoperative synchronization is created using fluoroscopic X-rays, which match the anatomy with the preoperative model based on the CT scan report. This system registers each vertebra individually, providing a high level of accuracy.
• The surgeon enters the robotic unit to the predetermined position through small incisions and maneuvers the robotic arm in different directions.
• Using drill, wires, and other instruments, they insert screws and implants through these incisions without damaging surrounding tissues and muscles.
• The position of the instruments and implants is displayed live on the monitor.
• The surgeon safely places the implants in the planned location.
• The incisions are stitched, and the patient is taken to the recovery room.

Diseases and Conditions Treated by Robotic Spine Surgery

A robotic spine surgery may treat the following spine conditions

• Degenerative disc disease, where the intervertebral discs break down
• Spinal instability
• Spinal stenosis or narrowing of the spaces in the spine
• Spondylolisthesis is when a vertebra slips out of its place onto the bone below
• Scoliosis, or an abnormal curvature of the spine
• Benign and malignant spinal tumors within the spinal column
• Vertebral fractures caused by trauma, osteoporosis, or other conditions resulting in weakened bones
• Spinal deformities, including congenital or acquired deformities.

Cost of Robotic Spine Surgery in Delhi

The average cost of robotic spine surgery in Delhi starts from 2,50,000 INR and may reach up to 12,00,000 INR, respectively. Certain factors affect this cost, including the following:

• Hospital Type: Private hospitals charge more than government hospitals.
• Expertise of the Surgeon: A senior surgeon charges a higher fee owing to their experience and expertise.
• Severity of the condition: More complex spinal deformities require longer and more expensive equipment.
• Implants: The type and number of implants, including crews and rods, also affect the overall cost of the surgery.

Why Choose Dr. Ashwani Maichand for Robotic Spine Surgery?

Robotic spine surgery requires the experience and skill of the surgeon for a successful outcome, and nobody does it better than Dr. Ashwani Maichand. With years of experience, Dr. Maichand has performed numerous robotic surgeries with a high success rate, making him one of the most trusted surgeons in the capital city.

Dr. Maichand incorporates state-of-the-art robotic technology into surgical planning and execution that helps enhance accuracy and safety during the procedure. The advanced robotic systems used by the doctor allow precise 3D-based planning and reduced error. Even the most complex spine cases are performed with utmost precision, reflecting his skill. Dr. Maichand's strong academic background, combined with experience with different hospitals and patients, makes him a trusted choice for robotic spine surgery.

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