FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Robotic surgery is a minimally invasive surgical approach that utilizes robotic technology to assist surgeons during procedures. It involves the use of robotic arms controlled by the surgeon from a console, allowing for precise movements and enhanced surgical capabilities.
Robotic surgery differs from traditional surgery in that it utilizes robotic arms and a high-definition camera for visualization. The surgeon controls the robotic arms remotely, enabling increased precision, flexibility, and access to difficult-to-reach areas compared to traditional open surgery.
Robotic surgery offers several advantages, including smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, less postoperative pain, faster recovery times, and improved cosmetic results. The robotic system provides enhanced dexterity, 3D visualization, and eliminates natural hand tremors, leading to improved surgical outcomes.
Robotic surgery is generally considered safe when performed by a skilled surgeon. The robotic system enhances the surgeon’s capabilities and provides better control during the procedure. However, as with any surgery, there are potential risks and complications, which your surgeon will discuss with you beforehand.
No major are preparations required for this surgery. It’s a simple laparoscopic procedure where the patient has to be fasting for 6 hours prior to the surgery.
It varies from person to person. Not all polyps turn into cancer too.
Yes, they can recur even after removal.
No major are preparations required for this surgery. It’s a simple laparoscopic procedure where the patient has to be fasting for 6 hours prior to the surgery.
The patient is discharged the same evening or the following morning. Diet can be resumed after 6 hours following surgery. Patient can resume normal activities in about 2 days’ time.
Gall stones are formed because the bile inside the gallbladder gets precipitated to form stones. Sometimes cholesterol stones are seen too. Any individual can develop gall stones at any age.
A fat free oil free diet is advised for the first month following the surgery.
No. There are no long-term reactions to an appendectomy.
CT Abdomen is still the gold standard for blunt trauma in the abdomen.
A swelling that appears with or without pain in one side or on both sides of the groin is a hernia. It is a defect or a weakness in the area through which the abdominal contents protrude out.
Again Hernia is a day care surgery. It can be done by laparoscopy or by open methods. Patients usually return back to normal activities 2 to 3 days after the operation.
About 40% of the patients tested for colorectal cancer are known to have developed polyps. So it is often recommended that these polyps are removed before they turn into cancer.
Yes. A patient who has already undergone prior surgeries, or has had a stoma or hernia can undergo a laparoscopic surgery. But it is extremely important to inform the doctor of a complete medical and surgical history before undergoing the current procedure.
Generally, medical problems improve after surgery for weight loss.
Liquid, pureed and soft foods are recommended. Lots of fluid intake is also advocated to prevent dehydration. A strict dietary schedule will be provided by the doctor after the surgery, which has to be followed by the patient.