Lung cancer treatment with robotic-assisted thoracic surgery

Lung tumor resection with robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) is a surgical procedure in which a robotic surgical system removes a cancer tumor from the lung. The process is performed with a robot's aid, allowing the surgeon to operate with greater precision and control. The steps involved in lung tumor resection with robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) may vary depending on the case. Still, generally, the procedure follows detailed examination and tests to prevent complications. The patient is given general anesthesia, making them unconscious and unable to feel pain during the surgery. Small incisions are made in the chest through which the robotic instruments will be inserted. Then the surgeon will attach them to the robot. Next, the surgeon removes the tumor from the lung. Once lung cancer has been removed, the incisions will be closed using sutures or staples. RATS is less invasive than traditional lung surgery, so that the patient will have smaller incisions and a shorter recovery time. The robot's instruments are precise and controlled. The robot's advanced imaging technology allows seeing inside the patient's body in great detail, which can help to improve accuracy. In addition, because the incisions are smaller and there is less damage to surrounding tissue, the risk of complications is reduced.