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ROBOTIC THORACIC SURGERY REDUCES PAIN

KLIMATSIDAS MICHALIS MD, PhD

THORACIC SURGEON – THESSALONIKI

ROBOTIC THORACIC SURGERY REDUCES PAIN

Truth or myth?

Robotic thoracic surgery has revolutionized thoracic surgery, offering a minimally invasive approach that theoretically reduces pain and speeds up recovery. The use of robotic systems allows for extremely precise movements, smaller incisions, and less tissue stress, leading to a significant improvement in the postoperative experience for patients.

🔹 Smaller Incisions and Less Pain?

The smaller incisions used in robotic thoracic surgery directly contribute to pain reduction. Unlike open procedures, which require large incisions and separation of muscles and ribs, robotic surgery relies on small incisions through which special instruments are inserted. This results in less traumatic damage, reduced inflammation, and faster healing.

🔹 Precision in Movements and therefore Tissue Protection?

The increased precision of robotic systems reduces trauma to surrounding tissues. Robotic arms are stable and can perform detailed movements with greater precision than a human hand, avoiding unnecessary trauma to chest tissues. This means patients experience less pain and less need for strong painkillers during recovery.

🔹 Controlled Bleeding – Reduced Discomfort

Reduced blood loss is another factor associated with lower postoperative discomfort. Open thoracic surgeries can lead to increased bleeding and the need for transfusions, which complicates recovery. Robotic thoracic surgery, thanks to the controlled and precise execution of surgical movements, keeps bleeding low, improving the overall patient experience.

🔹 Faster Recovery – Fewer Complications

Faster patient recovery is another key advantage of robotic thoracic surgery. Due to the reduced surgical stress, patients can return to their daily activities more quickly, with less discomfort. In addition, the shorter length of hospital stay and the lower likelihood of complications, such as infections or chronic postoperative pain, make the robotic approach a safe and effective option.

🔹 The Future of Surgery is Here

Robotic thoracic surgery represents the future of surgery, offering patients a painless and rapid recovery. With smaller incisions, minimal tissue trauma, less bleeding and a reduced need for strong painkillers, this technology improves the quality of life of patients undergoing thoracic surgery.

KLIMATSIDAS MICHALIS MD, PhD
THORAX SURGEON - THESSALONIKI

Dr. Michalis Klimatsidas is a thoracic surgeon, doctor of the Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic of AUTH and his specialty is minimally invasive thoracic surgery with the single-hole technique, Uniportal Vats, as well as robotic thoracoscopic surgery, Robotic VATS (RATS).

*The content in this blog is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health care providers with questions you may have about medical conditions.

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