A new robotic surgical system, the daVinci Xi unveiled at Carson Tahoe Health
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Tue, 12/05/2017 - 1:23pm
UPDATE: 2:40 p.m. — Video added
Carson Tahoe Health held an open house Tuesday to unveil its new robotic surgical system, the daVinci Xi, which uses the latest in robotic, computer and optical technology, according to Carson Tahoe Health. Attendees were offered the opportunity to run training "games" on the simulator and also the daVinci Xi itself.
The system functions with video-game-like motion controls that are operated by a surgeon. The da Vinci Xi facilitates access to hard-to-reach areas inside the body, with visualization tools and a dynamic moving bed that maneuvers patients into position for various operations.
The system and its movements are programmed to be entirely controlled by a surgeon, which translates into smaller, more defined hand movements.
According to Dr. Wilfredo Torres, OBGYN with Carson Medical Group, the machine grants the ability to dissect and manipulate tissue in a way that is much better than laparoscopic tools.
“It feels like I’m actually using my hands,” he said.
Patients benefit from a quicker procedure time, shorter hospital stay, faster recovery, minimal scaring and less need for narcotic pain medications, according to Carson Tahoe Health. “I think that it raises the bar in a lot of aspects,” Dr. Torres said.
The system can be used across a spectrum of minimally-invasive surgical procedures and has been optimized for multi-quadrant surgeries in the areas of gynecology, urology, thoracic, cardiac and general surgery.
“Acquiring the latest generation of robotic technology aligns directly with our commitment to advancing healthcare and investing in the future of our community,” said Michelle Joy, Chief Operating Officer at Carson Tahoe Health. “Upon evaluating the newest research surrounding robotics and improved patient outcomes, we felt that now was the best time for us to invest in the da Vinci Xi.”
Carson Tahoe Health has started offering robot-assisted gynecological surgeries for qualifying patients, and will soon expand to minimally-invasive urology procedures within the next year.
