Robotics - Is the future!

Robotic Cardiac Surgery in India

Robotic heart surgery in India is an advanced minimally invasive cardiac procedure performed using robotic arms through small chest incisions, avoiding full sternotomy. Offered at leading centers such as Apollo, Manipal, and Kokilaben Hospitals, it enables precise heart surgery with less pain, minimal blood loss, faster recovery, and shorter hospital stay. When performed by experienced cardiac surgeons in carefully selected patients, robotic cardiac surgery delivers excellent outcomes while reducing surgical trauma compared to conventional open-heart surgery.

The robotic system provides:

  • High-definition 3D visualization of the heart

  • Tremor-free, highly precise instrument movement

  • Enhanced dexterity for delicate cardiac structures


Robotic cardiac surgery results in less trauma, reduced pain, faster recovery, and improved cosmetic outcomes, making it a preferred option for selected heart patients.

2. Coronary Artery Disease

  • Blocked coronary arteries

  • Single-vessel or selected multi-vessel disease

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1. Valve Disorders

  • Mitral valve regurgitation

  • Mitral valve stenosis

  • Tricuspid valve disease

Cardiac Problems Treated Using Robotic Surgery

Robotic technology is used to treat a variety of heart conditions

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3. Congenital Heart Defects

  • Atrial septal defect (ASD)

  • Patent foramen ovale (PFO)

4. Cardiac Rhythm Disorders

  • Atrial fibrillation

  • Abnormal electrical pathways of the heart.

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5. Cardiac Tumors

  • Atrial myxoma

  • Benign intracardiac tumors

Advantages of Robotic Cardiac Surgery

  • No large chest incision or breastbone cutting

  • Less blood loss

  • Reduced postoperative pain

  • Shorter ICU and hospital stay

  • Faster return to daily activities

  • Lower risk of infection

  • Improved cosmetic results

Limitations and Patient Selection

Not all patients are suitable for robotic cardiac surgery. Factors such as severe coronary disease, extensive calcification, prior chest surgeries, or poor lung function may require conventional open-heart surgery. Proper patient evaluation is essential for safe outcomes.

Robotic cardiac surgery represents a major advancement in heart care, combining surgical expertise with cutting-edge technology. It allows precise treatment of complex heart conditions with minimal invasion, leading to faster recovery and improved patient satisfaction. As robotic systems and surgeon expertise continue to advance, robotic cardiac surgery is expected to become an integral part of modern cardiovascular treatment.

2. Robotic Coronary Artery Bypass (CABG)

  • Bypass of blocked coronary arteries using internal mammary artery

  • Often performed as minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass (MIDCAB)

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1. Robotic Mitral Valve Surgery

  • Mitral valve repair (preferred over replacement)

  • Mitral valve replacement in selected cases
    This is the most common robotic heart surgery performed worldwide

Robotic Surgeries Performed in Cardiac Care

Robotic systems are used to perform the following cardiac surgical procedures:

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3. Robotic Congenital Defect Repair

  • Closure of atrial septal defects (ASD)

  • Repair of patent foramen ovale (PFO)

4. Robotic Arrhythmia Surgery

  • Maze procedure for atrial fibrillation

  • Ablation of abnormal electrical pathway

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5. Robotic Cardiac Tumor Removal

  • Precise excision of intracardiac tumors

  • Reduced risk of complications due to enhanced visualization