Using the SSI Mantra, a fully “Made in India; robotic surgical system, doctors at MGM Malar, Adyar, accomplished a historic first: they performed the first robotic prostate removal surgery in Tamil Nadu.

The patient made a swift recovery and was discharged within 36 hours. After surgery, the majority of his urinary issues disappeared.

The patient, a former bank worker, has been having problems urinating for almost two years. After trying several drugs, his symptoms persisted unabated.His prostate was enlarged (80 CC), obstructing his urine channel, according to preliminary examinations. The prostate was removed during a robotic radical prostatectomy, and the bladder was reattached to the urine tube without causing any harm to the surrounding organs.

In contrast to foreign-made systems, which have tiny instruments that can only be used 10–14 times and require expensive replacements, the Indian robotic system utilized for the surgery allows the devices to be reused until they wear out. This invention makes surgery accessible without sacrificing surgical quality or safety by drastically reducing its cost.

Prostate cancer is more likely to occur after the age of fifty, stated Dr. Vasantharaja Ramasamy, Senior Consultant, Uro-Oncology and Robotic Surgeon. Prostate cancer has been found in certain cases, though, even in people in their late 40s. Erectile dysfunction and chronic urine leakage are the two main functional problems that arise after a person is diagnosed with prostate cancer and decides to have prostate surgery. However, these issues can be totally avoided with the robotic surgical system in place.

For Indians who cannot afford imported robotic systems, made-in-India robotic surgical systems are a blessing. The most recent development in the medical area, robotic surgery, has many benefits for both the patient and the surgeon. Unlike laparoscopic surgery, it may operate in hard-to-reach places, preserve important structures, and has a lower risk of error or complications. The accuracy, security, and speed of recovery highlight how Indian-engineered robotic surgery has the potential to revolutionize urological care.