640 Robotic Bronchoplasty

Dr. Mahesh D. Patel

Robotic bronchoplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat airway conditions such as centrally located lung tumors or bronchial stenosis. It involves resecting a diseased segment of the bronchus and reconnecting the healthy ends to preserve lung tissue, avoiding the need for complete lung removal. Performed using robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS), typically with the da Vinci system, the approach offers enhanced precision, 3D visualization, and improved instrument dexterity. Compared to traditional open surgery or video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), robotic bronchoplasty results in smaller incisions, reduced pain, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery. This technique is especially beneficial in complex airway reconstructions, such as sleeve lobectomies for non-small cell lung cancer. While highly effective, robotic bronchoplasty requires advanced surgical expertise and careful patient selection. As robotic technology continues to evolve, it is becoming an increasingly preferred option in thoracic surgery for airway preservation and improved patient outcomes
Procedure Innovation, Cardiothoracic surgery, robotic bronchoplasty

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