Versius Robotic Surgery In Milton Keynes
The Versius robot is the only small and modular surgical robot powered by a digitally native ecosystem. Built for precision, dexterity and versatility, Versius has been specifically designed to meet the needs of patients, surgeons and the surgical team.
By combining laparoscopic instruments and precision robotic technology with the unmatched skills of our surgeons, we perform complex procedures more easily, accurately, and safely.
What is robot-assisted surgery?
Robotic surgery, also called robot-assisted surgery, is an innovative technique that combines a trained surgeon’s skills with robotic technology’s precision and capabilities. It is crucial to understand that a robot does not perform your surgery independently. Instead, your surgeon remains in absolute control at all times, guiding specialized robotic arms from a high-definition computer console near the operating table.
The advanced console accurately translates the surgeon’s hand movements in real-time, eliminating natural tremors and mimicking a human wrist’s full range of motion with greater agility and flawless accuracy.
Proven advantages of Versius robotic surgery:
Superior 3D Visualization: Relays real-time, high-definition, magnified 3D images, giving the surgeon a deeper view of your anatomy..
Fewer complications: Incredible accuracy minimizes the risk of human error and lessens damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
Decreased pain and blood loss: Operating through small cuts reduces physical trauma, leading to less bleeding and minimal post-op discomfort.
Faster recovery times: Because the procedures are minimally invasive, patients spend significantly less time recovering in the hospital.
Discreet, smaller scars: Tiny puncture sites (ports) mean scars are minimal compared to traditional open surgery tracks.
Laparoscopic vs. Robotic Surgery
While both methods are minimally invasive and use small incisions, important technical differences set them apart:
Laparoscopic Surgery: Is performed entirely by hand using rigid, straight instruments. The internal view is limited to standard two-dimensional screens, and the tools have a fixed range of motion.
Versius Robotic Surgery: The surgeon operates instruments attached to robotic arms using ergonomic hand and foot controls. The unique modular design allows total freedom of port placement. Furthermore, the robot’s arms can safely access tightly confined sections of the body that human hands cannot easily reach, working with greater flexibility.
Conditions treated & what to expect
Versius robotic surgery is highly versatile and primarily used at our practice to treat conditions affecting the digestive system. More specifically, Mr Adnan performs premium robotic gallbladder removals (cholecystectomy) and complex or recurrent hernia repairs with this system.
Important safety and recovery details to consider:
How long is recovery? It is much faster than traditional surgery, often allowing you to safely return home either on the same day or within 24 hours.
Is it safe? Yes, advanced built-in safety mechanisms lock the arms instantly if they do not receive a direct command from the surgeon.
Does it take longer? Setting up the modular robotic ecosystem in the operating room can add a little time beforehand, but the operation itself is often completed faster.
Are there complications? Risks are exceptionally low, but things like dense internal scar tissue from older surgeries may require your surgeon to convert to a larger incision.