100th Robot-Assisted Operation at Asklepios Clinic Pasewalk
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Milestone for the Asklepios Clinic Pasewalk adn modern surgery in the region: The senior physician in general,visceral and vascular surgery,Kati Bolsius,has carried out her 100th robot-assisted operation.Bolsius has been working regularly on the daVinci system console for over nine months, the clinic said. She has also been a proven expert in minimally invasive visceral and vascular surgery for many years.
“It’s amazing how steep the learning curve is when working with the surgical robot,” said Kati Bolsius. She herself did not expect how quickly the number of patients undergoing minimally invasive surgery with the support of the system would grow. At the beginning of the year she sat in on larger daVinci centers, including in Vienna. Now she can look back on more than nine months of operational practice at the console.
According to the surgical team,the senior physician benefits from her many years of experience in keyhole surgery when it comes to robotics. The switch from classic laparoscopy to robot-assisted technology is demanding but worthwhile.
Pasewalk Clinic Enhances Surgical Precision with daVinci Surgical System
The Pasewalker clinic is leveraging the advanced capabilities of the daVinci surgical system to provide patients with more precise, minimally invasive surgical options. The robotic system is currently utilized in hernia and colon surgeries, offering benefits such as smaller incisions, reduced pain, and faster recovery times.
Enhanced Precision and Patient Protection
Kati Bolsius, a representative of the clinic, highlighted the system’s ability to “implement a new level of precision, sensitivity and protection for the patients.” The daVinci system allows surgeons to operate with millimeter accuracy,utilizing a high-resolution 3D view and finely maneuverable instruments. This translates to several advantages for patients, including:
* Smaller Incisions: Minimally invasive procedures result in less trauma to the body.
* Reduced Bleeding: Precise instrument control minimizes blood loss during surgery.
* Less Pain: Smaller incisions and delicate tissue handling contribute to reduced post-operative pain.
* Shorter Hospital Stays: Faster recovery allows patients to return home sooner.
* Faster Recovery: Reduced trauma and pain lead to quicker healing and a return to normal activities.
The system’s instruments are designed to navigate and prepare even delicate structures with exceptional accuracy.
Applications in Hernia and Colon Surgery
Currently, the daVinci system at the Pasewalk Clinic is primarily employed in hernia surgery. Hernias occur when tissue or an organ protrudes through a weakness in the abdominal wall. The robotic system facilitates tissue-friendly reinforcement of the abdominal wall and precise placement of surgical mesh.
Beyond hernia repair, the clinic also utilizes the daVinci system in colon surgery, addressing conditions such as:
* Diverticulitis: Inflammation or infection of small pouches that can form in the lining of the colon. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diverticulitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20351593
* Inflammatory bowel Disease (IBD): A group of inflammatory conditions of the intestinal tract. https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/
* Malignant Tumors: Cancerous growths in the colon. https://www.cancer.org/cancer/colon-rectal-cancer.html
Collaborative Success
Kati Bolsius emphasized the crucial role of the surgical team in the successful implementation of the daVinci system. the team’s rapid adoption and proficiency in controlling the robotic technology were key to its positive impact.
Note: While the original text mentions “ZVG/Clinic” as the photo source, this is likely an internal designation. I have focused on providing authoritative links to medical details regarding the conditions treated with the daVinci system.