India’s indigenous surgical robotic system, SSI Mantra, successfully conducted two robotic cardiac surgeries via telesurgery over a distance of 286 kilometers.
Key Highlights
- Technological Achievement:
- The SSI Mantra 3 is the world’s only surgical robotic system with regulatory approval for telesurgery and tele-proctoring.
- It was developed by SS Innovations, marking a milestone in India’s technological and medical advancements.
- Remote Surgeries:
- Distance: The procedures were conducted over a distance of 286 kilometers, showcasing the reliability of the system in long-distance applications.
- Firsts in Medicine:
- Telerobotic Internal Mammary Artery Harvesting: Completed in 58 minutes, demonstrating precision and efficiency.
- Robotic Beating Heart Totally Endoscopic Coronary Artery Bypass (TECAB): A complex and rare cardiac surgery performed successfully, showcasing the system’s advanced capabilities.
- Regulatory Approval:
- The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) approval validates the system’s safety and effectiveness, paving the way for wider adoption in India and globally.
