Is Robotic Spine Surgery Safe?

As technology advances, it continues to change our lives. In fact, the latest tech has made it easier to perform safe treatments and procedures.

Take robotic spine surgery as an example. With this type of surgery, robotic technology enables us to perform the procedure you need in a minimally invasive way with more accuracy. 

Patrick S Hill, MD, specializes in this type of surgery. If you need spine surgery, visit our office in Beverly Grove, Los Angeles, California office. Dr. Hill and our team determine if you’re a candidate for robot-assisted surgery. If so, you can rest easy knowing you’re in highly trained hands with Dr. Hill.

Understanding robotic spine surgery

Robotic spine surgery is safer than traditional surgery. 

During robotic spine surgery, Dr. Hill uses robotic arms — rather than his hands — to perform your procedure. 

These highly sophisticated technologies eliminate the risk of human error due to something like a hand tremor. Plus, with the robotic arms, Dr. Hill can perform extremely precise movements with a high degree of accuracy. 

When Dr. Hill uses minimally invasive surgical techniques, he treats your spine through tiny incisions. He manipulates the robotic arms through those incisions in more ways than possible with human hands. For example, he can rotate them to a greater degree in that small space. 

Also, because the robotic arms are fitted with high-definition cameras, he gets a clear look at precisely what your spine needs. 

Dr. Hill uses leading-edge systems during robotic spine surgery: ExcelsiusGPS® and MAZOR X STEALTH EDITION™. 

The benefits of robot-assisted surgery

With robot-assisted surgical techniques, Dr. Hill can complete your procedure while minimizing risks. Specifically, robotic spine surgery helps to improve accuracy and precision. Studies show that using a robot enhances the accuracy of pedicle screw placement during spinal fusion. 

Robotic spine surgery also yields perks after your procedure, like less:

• Blood loss
• Time in the hospital 
• Postoperative pain
• Scarring

Because only the sterile robotic arms enter your body, it lowers your risk of infection and other complications. 

Ultimately, robotic spine surgery is a safe and effective way to get the treatment your spine needs while potentially lessening downtime and complications. 

If you need spinal surgery, talk to Dr. Hill. He can determine if you’re a candidate for this advanced surgery. 

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Hill to discuss your spine surgery options, call our office or schedule your appointment online today. Contact our office and ask our front desk professionals to schedule your consultation.