Robot-Assisted Cardiac Procedures
by
Krisha McCoy, MS Definition TOPA doctor guides robotic arms to do surgery on the heart. The surgery is done through several tiny keyhole incisions. Reasons for Procedure TOPRobot-assisted cardiac procedures are done to treat a variety of conditions:
Benefits of robot-assisted cardiac procedures may include:
Possible Complications TOPProblems from the procedure are rare, but all procedures have some risk. Your doctor will review potential problems, like:
Some factors that may increase the risk of complications include:
Be sure to discuss these risks with your doctor before the surgery. What to Expect TOPPrior to ProcedureDepending on the reason for your surgery, your doctor may do the following:
Leading up to the procedure:
AnesthesiaThere are 2 options for anesthesia:
Description of the Procedure TOPSeveral keyhole openings will be cut in the spaces between the ribs. Next, a small camera will be passed through 1 of the incisions. This small camera is called an endoscope. It will light, magnify, and project an image of the organs onto a monitor. The endoscope will be attached to 1 of the robotic arms. The other arms will hold instruments for grasping, cutting, dissecting, and stitching. These may include:
While sitting at a console near the operating table, the doctor will use lenses to look at a magnified 3D image of the inside of the chest. Another doctor will stay by the operating table and adjust the camera and instruments. The robotic arms and tools will be guided by movements of the surgeon. After the instruments are removed, incisions will be closed with sutures or staples. Immediately After Procedure TOPAfter the procedure, you will be:
How Long Will It Take? TOPUsually 1-4 hours, depending on the procedure How Much Will It Hurt? TOPAnesthesia will prevent pain during surgery. Pain and discomfort after the procedure can be managed with medications. Average Hospital Stay TOPThis procedure is done in a hospital setting. The usual length of stay depends on the procedure you had done. Your doctor may need to keep you longer if you have any problems. Post-procedure Care TOPWhen you return home, do the following to help ensure a smooth recovery:
Call Your Doctor TOPCall your doctor if any of these occur:
If you think you have an emergency, call for emergency medical services right away. RESOURCES:American Heart Association http://www.heart.org National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov CANADIAN RESOURCES:Health Canada https://www.canada.ca Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada http://www.heartandstroke.ca References:About minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery. Columbia University Medical Center, Department of Surgery website. Available at: ...(Click grey area to select URL) Accessed March 27, 2018. Robot-assisted heart surgery. Cleveland Clinic website. Available at:
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/17438-robotically-assisted-heart-surgery. Accessed March 27, 2018. Last reviewed March 2018 by
EBSCO Medical Review Board Donald W. Buck II, MD Last Updated: 5/29/2014 |
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