Title: Era of Robotic Surgeries: Anaesthetic Considerations in Robotic Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

Authors: Dr M. Aruna Manaswini, Dr Naveen Ramji

 DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v9i9.13

Abstract

Robotic assisted radical prostatectomy is an emerging technique for the management of prostate carcinoma. The surgery requires steep trendelenburg position for a prolonged time and associated with wide range of physiological changes. Aim of this case report is to brief on thorough considerations of the risks, pre-operative preparation, intra-operative monitoring and post-operative follow-up which are necessary for the successful outcome of the robotic assisted surgeries.

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Corresponding Author

Dr M. Aruna Manaswini

Post Graduate, Department of Anaesthesiology, Chettinad hospital and Research Institute Kelambakkam