Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery

Robotic-assisted surgical systems combine high-definition three-dimensional imaging with articulated instruments that allow controlled and precise movements within confined anatomical spaces. The operating surgeon remains in direct control of all surgical movements. Robotic-assisted approaches can be useful for selected lung resections, thymectomy, mediastinal surgery and other complex thoracic procedures. The choice between robotic, VATS and open surgery is determined by clinical requirements rather than technology alone.