The GMC unit, planned in the third and fourth sections of the old Trauma Block, will cater to complex kidney procedures, including tumors, transplants, stenting, and complicated prostate surgeries. According to the Medical Education Department, surgeries in the new unit are expected to halve treatment times and double success rates compared to conventional methods. Patients will benefit from smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, and faster recovery, with hospital stays limited to 24–48 hours.
During a recent meeting chaired by GMC Dean Dr. Kavita N Singh, urology experts outlined the technical specifications for the unit, including modular operation theatres, sterilization rooms, and an endo-urology section. The project, approved in the presence of Minister Rajendra Shukla, is envisioned as a hub for robotic training, research, and handling complex uro-oncology cases.
At AIIMS Bhopal, the Da Vinci Robotic Arm System will allow surgeons to operate with high precision remotely. The system includes a doctor-controlled console, two robotic arms, and a mobile robotic arm, with a 3D high-definition camera that magnifies vision tenfold, enabling detailed visualization of tissues and deep tumors.
GMC Professor Dr. Saurabh Jain emphasized the importance of robotic surgery for the future of medicine, noting its precision and safety for handling complex diseases. With kidney and urology-related conditions on the rise, the new facilities aim to reduce dependency on private hospitals in metropolitan cities like Delhi and Mumbai.
The introduction of robotic systems in government hospitals is expected to transform patient care in central India, making high-tech, minimally invasive surgeries accessible to a broader population.
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