Surgical Robotics: Current Status and Future Directions

Madison Chen

doi:10.37421/1584-9341.2023.19.82

Short Communication - (2023) Volume 19, Issue 2

Surgical Robotics: Current Status and Future Directions

Madison Chen^*

^*Correspondence: Madison Chen, Department of Surgery, University of Phenix City, 1510 Whitewater Ave, Phenix City, AL 36867, USA, Email:

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Department of Surgery, University of Phenix City, 1510 Whitewater Ave, Phenix City, AL 36867, USA

Received: 01-Feb-2023, Manuscript No. JOS-23-96984; Editor assigned: 03-Feb-2023, Pre QC No. P-96984; Reviewed: 14-Feb-2023, QC No. Q-96984; Revised: 20-Feb-2023, Manuscript No. R-96984; Published: 27-Feb-2023 , DOI: 10.37421/1584-9341.2023.19.82
Citation: Chen, Madison. “Surgical Robotics: Current Status and Future Directions.” J Surg 19 (2023): 82.
Copyright: © 2023 Chen M. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited

Introduction

Surgical robotics has been revolutionizing the field of surgery by providing numerous advantages over traditional surgical methods. These robots are designed to enhance the precision, flexibility, and control of surgeons during surgical procedures. They have been shown to reduce complications, improve outcomes, and shorten recovery times for patients. In this article, we will explore the current status and future directions of surgical robotics. Currently, there are several surgical robots in use in hospitals and clinics around the world. The most well-known surgical robot is the da Vinci Surgical System, which was developed by Intuitive Surgical Inc. This robot is used for a variety of surgical procedures, including prostatectomy, hysterectomy, and colorectal surgery [1].

Description

The consists of four robotic arms and a console where the surgeon sits. The surgeon controls the robotic arms through the console, which translates their movements into precise movements of the robot. The robot's arms are equipped with surgical instruments and cameras that provide high-definition 3D visualization of the surgical site. Other surgical robots in use include the Senhance Surgical System, developed by and the Surgical System, developed by CMR Surgical Ltd. These robots offer similar advantages to the da Vinci Surgical System, including improved precision, flexibility, and control.

The field of surgical robotics is constantly evolving, with new technologies and innovations being developed every day. One area of focus for future development is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into surgical robots. AI and ML can help surgical robots learn from past surgeries and adapt to new surgical environments, improving their precision and accuracy. These technologies can also help predict surgical outcomes and identify potential complications before they occur.

Another area of focus for future development is the miniaturization of surgical robots. Currently, most surgical robots are large and bulky, limiting their use to larger surgical procedures. Miniaturized robots could allow for minimally invasive surgeries in smaller spaces, such as in the brain or heart. Nanorobots, which are robots on the nanoscale, are also being developed for use in surgery. These robots could be used for targeted drug delivery and tissue repair, among other applications. Finally, the development of remote surgical robots is also a potential direction for the future of surgical robotics. Remote surgical robots would allow surgeons to perform surgeries on patients in remote or underserved areas, increasing access to surgical care.

Surgical robotics has already made significant advances in the field of surgery, and its potential for future development is vast. The integration of AI and ML, miniaturization, and the development of nanorobots and remote surgical robots are all areas of focus for future development. These advances will undoubtedly continue to improve surgical outcomes and expand access to surgical care for patients around the world. Surgical robotics is revolutionising the surgical sector by offering many advantages over conventional surgical techniques. These robots let surgeons perform surgical procedures with greater precision, flexibility, and control, which leads to fewer complications, better results, and quicker patient recoveries. An outline of the current state and potential future developments in surgical robotics will be given in this article.

Several surgical robots are currently accessible in hospitals and clinics all around the world. The da Vinci Surgical System, created by Intuitive Surgical Inc., is the most widely used surgical robot. This robot is used for a variety of surgical operations, including colorectal surgery, hysterectomy, and prostatectomy. A console where the surgeon sits and four robotic arms make up the da Vinci Surgical System. Through the console, the surgeon manages the robotic arms.

Surgical tools and cameras that offer high-definition 3D visualisation of the surgical site are mounted on the robot's arms. Other surgical robots on the market include the Senhance Surgical System, created by TransEnterix Surgical Inc., and the Versius Surgical System, created by CMR Surgical Ltd. These robots provide advantages similar to those of the da Vinci Surgical System, including increased control, flexibility, and precision. Surgical robotics is headed in an exciting direction as new technology and improvements are constantly being developed. The incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into surgical robots is one area of emphasis. Surgical robots' precision and safety can be improved by using AI and ML to help them learn from prior operations and adapt to new surgical situations.

These tools can also be used to anticipate surgical results and spot potential issues before they arise. The future development of surgical robots will also concentrate on their miniaturisation. Currently, the majority of surgical robots are big and cumbersome, which limits their applicability to major surgical procedures. Robots that are smaller in size could make it possible to do minimally invasive procedures on organs like the heart or brain. Also being researched for use in surgery are nanorobots, which are nanoscale robots. Among other things, these robots could be utilised for tissue healing and tailored medicine administration. The creation of remote surgical robots is an additional potential route for surgical robotics in the future. By allowing surgeons to operate on patients in isolated or underserved places, these robots would increase access to surgical care [2-5].

Conclusion

Surgical robotics has advanced significantly in the field of surgery now, and it has enormous potential for growth in the future. Future development will concentrate on several areas, including the fusion of AI and ML, miniaturisation, the creation of nanorobots, and remote surgical robots. These developments will definitely continue to enhance surgical outcomes and broaden patient access to surgical treatment.