Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery at Ars Medica, located in the heart of northern Rome, represents the evolution of minimally invasive surgery. Unlike traditional methods, the surgeon operates not with their hands but by controlling a robot remotely from a computerized console within the operating room.

The robotic system allows for a range of movements far beyond that of the human hand, offering 540° rotation on seven axes. This enhanced maneuverability is crucial for accessing delicate and challenging anatomical areas.

Advantages of Robotic-Assisted Surgery:

• Small incisions with reduced tissue trauma
• Less bleeding and reduced need for transfusions
• Shorter hospital stays and less postoperative pain
• Faster recovery times
• Quicker return to daily activities
• Greater ease in performing complex surgical maneuvers
• Increased safety for the patient

Robotic Surgery Specialties:

Robotic Urological Surgery: Robotic techniques are used for treating prostate cancer and other urological tumors (kidney, adrenal gland, and bladder).

Robotic Abdominal-Pelvic Surgery:
This technique is routinely employed for treating abdominal cancers.

Including:

• Colon and rectal cancer
• Adrenal gland tumors
• Stomach cancer
• Pancreatic cancer
• Liver cancer
• Spleen disorders

Robotic Surgery System Components:

1. Control Console: Where the surgeon sits and operates the robot via fiber optic cables.
2. Robot Cart: Positioned next to the operating table, it features four arms: one for optics and three for surgical instruments.
3. Complementary Cart: Holds a monitor for the surgical team and supports CO2 insufflation and lighting.

The surgeon views a magnified, three-dimensional image on the console screen, produced by high-definition cameras inserted into the body through laparoscopic trocars.

The surgeon’s hand movements are translated instantaneously to the robotic arms, eliminating tremors and expanding the range of motion. Various surgical instruments (scissors, forceps, clip applicators) are attached to the robot’s arms and are switched during the procedure as needed.

Key Benefits of the da Vinci® Surgical System:

• Three-dimensional vision with binocular optics
• Image magnification
• Tremor filtration
• Precise movement correlation between hand and instrument tip
• Seven degrees of freedom

Since its market introduction, the da Vinci® Surgical System has been successfully used in thousands of procedures. Its safety, effectiveness, and superior clinical outcomes are well-documented in numerous scientific studies. Patient satisfaction with robotic surgery has been consistently high.