Jaipur has witnessed two groundbreaking tele-surgery procedures that push the boundaries of traditional telemedicine consultations. A cardiothoracic and vascular surgery (CTVS) expert conducted surgeries on two patients in Jaipur while being physically located in Gurugram, covering a distance of 286 kilometers. These operations, carried out on Thursday at a private hospital, were made possible by advanced robotic technology, marking a major milestone in medical advancements.

The CTVS specialist operated the robotic arms remotely from Gurugram using a specialized console, designed with joysticks, finger loops, and foot pedals for highly precise control. The procedures, which were performed on 59-year-old Jagdish Prasad and 56-year-old Pawan Kumar, represent significant progress in remote healthcare, enabling incredibly accurate and effective treatment.

The surgeries involved advanced techniques, including internal mammary artery harvesting (IMAH) and a totally endoscopic coronary artery bypass (TECAB), both regarded as some of the most complex heart surgeries. Dr. Sudhir Srivastava from Gurugram provided remote guidance for the robotic arms, while Dr. Lalit Aditya Malik managed the on-site aspect, overseeing the execution of Dr. Srivastava’s surgical procedure.

Dr. Malik emphasized that these successful robotic-assisted surgeries demonstrate how technology is revolutionizing healthcare by overcoming geographical limitations and allowing for precise, timely treatment. He highlighted that the surgeries, performed with an incredibly low latency of just 40 milliseconds, set a new standard for remote cardiac procedures.

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