da Vinci Robotic Surgical Oncology
Robotic Cancer Surgery utilizes the 4-armed da Vinci Xi surgical robot with Endowrist 3D 10x magnified vision to perform nerve-sparing radical resections of prostate, kidney, bladder, uterine, lung, and colorectal tumors through sub-centimeter incisions.
Robotic cancer surgery (da Vinci)
Clinical Overview & Disease Information
Robotic Cancer Surgery utilizes the 4-armed da Vinci Xi surgical robot with Endowrist 3D 10x magnified vision to perform nerve-sparing radical resections of prostate, kidney, bladder, uterine, lung, and colorectal tumors through sub-centimeter incisions.
Signs & Symptoms
- • Asymptomatic early tumor detected on routine screening
- • Elevated PSA or abnormal Pap smear
- • Hematuria (blood in urine) or pelvic pain
- • Abnormal uterine bleeding
- • Rectal bleeding or altered bowel habits
- • Solitary pulmonary nodule on chest CT
- • Acute urinary retention
- • Severe acute abdominal pain due to tumor perforation
Causes & Risk Factors
Primary Causes & Etiology
- Localized Organ Malignancies (Prostate, Renal Cell, Endometrial, Colorectal, Lung Adenocarcinoma)
- Early & Locally Advanced Solid Tumors
Who is at Higher Risk?
- Patients requiring precise nerve preservation (potency/continence)
- Obese patients with narrow pelvic anatomy
Diagnostic Evaluation & Testing
| Diagnostic Test | Clinical Purpose / What It Shows |
|---|---|
| Multiparametric MRI Pelvis / Prostate (mpMRI) | Maps PIRADS score, extraprostatic extension, and neurovascular bundle proximity |
| 3D PET-CT Whole Body Scan | Confirms localized organ disease without distant metastasis |
Comprehensive Treatment Options
da Vinci Xi Robotic Nerve-Sparing Radical Resection
Multi-port robotic radical prostatectomy, partial nephrectomy, or anterior resection with 7 degrees of freedom wrist motion.
Open Radical Cytoreductive Surgical Oncology
Traditional open abdominal sternotomy or laparotomy for bulky adherent tumors.
Advanced Medical Technologies Available in Partner Hospitals
Possible Complications If Untreated
Recovery Timeline, Diet & Lifestyle Care
Recovery Timeline
| Procedure / Stage | Expected Recovery Duration |
|---|---|
| Day 1 Post-Op | Walking and oral liquids intake |
| Hospital Discharge | 24 to 48 hours post surgery |
| Foley Catheter Removal | 7 days |
| Full Return to Active Work | 2 to 3 weeks |
Recommended Post-Treatment Diet
- High fiber soft diet
- Adequate fluid intake (2.5L/day)
- Protein rich wound healing foods
Essential Lifestyle Changes
- Daily walking
- Avoid lifting objects > 5kg for 4 weeks
- Pelvic floor Kegel exercises
Prevention & Long-Term Health
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the robot perform the surgery automatically?
No. The master surgical oncologist controls every micro-movement of the robotic arms from an ergonomic console.
Is nerve preservation better with robotic prostatectomy?
Yes. 3D 10x magnification allows precise separation of delicate cavernous nerves, maximizing potency recovery.
Top Recommended Specialists Available
Dr. Gaurav Dixit
Head – Haematology Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant (Unit II)
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Dr. Aditya Gupta
Chairperson - Neurosurgery & CNS Radiosurgery & Co-Chief - Cyberknife Centre
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Dr. Rupinder Sekhon
Chief - Gynae Oncology & Sr. Consultant: Surgical Oncology
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Dr. Tapan Singh Chauhan
Sr. Consultant - Surgical Oncology, Robotics, GI & HPB, Gynae & Peritoneal Surface Oncology
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Dr. Namita Jaggi
Chairperson - Lab Services & Infection Control; Chief - Education & Research
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Dr. Parveen Yadav
Chief & Senior Consultant - Minimal Invasive & Robotic Thoracic Onco Surgery
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Dr. Subodh Chandra Pande
Chief - Radiation Oncology & Co-Chief - Cyberknife Centre
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Dr. Arun Singh Danewa
Senior Consultant – Pediatric-Haemato-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant (Unit II)
View Doctor Profile →Global Cost Comparison Matrix
| Procedure | USA (Avg) | India (ISG) | Turkey (Avg) | Thailand (Avg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robotic cancer surgery (da Vinci) | $55,000 | $9,500 | $14,000 | $16,000 |
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- Cefuroxime 1.5g IV
- Paracetamol 1g as needed
- Enoxaparin 40mg SC (DVT prevention)
- Tamsulosin 0.4mg
International Patient Guide
- Passport & Visa
- Pelvic mpMRI & Biopsy CD
- Medical Summary