Telesurgery Emma Curran CS265

Telesurgery Telesurgery, which is also called remote surgery, is when a surgeon performs surgical tasks while being physcially away from the patient. This newer technology combines elements of telerobotics and laparoscopic surgery. When a surgery takes place, surgical tasks are performed using a robot surgical system that generally consists of one or more arms, a master control, and a sensory system to provide feedback to the user. Remote surgery combines components of robotics and communication technology. This technology is very promising at the moment and, with further research and development, could ensure the availability of surgical expertise in remote areas for difficult or rare operations, saving the lives of many.

Telerobotics Telerobotics is the area of robotics that is concerned with the control of robots from a distance

Laparoscopic Surgery Laparoscopic surgery is minimally invasive surgical technique Usually involves operations in the abdomen Takes place through small incisions Images are displayed on TV monitors to magnify surgical instruments. Benefits of this type of suegry vs. an open procedure include a reduced pain due to small incisions and a quicker recovery rate.

Telesurgery In order to have a safe and effective procedure, telesurgery requires rapid and accurate transmission of information Telesurgery and other computer assisted surgeries have the ability to cut out a significant amount of human error in operating rooms. These errors include:  filtering out hand tremors of the surgeon  allowing the surgeon to perform a manuver on the console before instructing the remote to make the manuver on the patient to ensure the safety and efficacy of the movement.