GMCH becomes first state hospital in Maharashtra to acquire single-access robotic surgery system
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Govt Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Nagpur is set to become the first state-run hospital in Maharashtra to offer single-access robotic surgery, following government approval of a Rs 35 crore system. This initiative aims to make advanced robotic procedures accessible to economically weaker patients through schemes like MJPJAY, reducing costs compared to private hospitals where such surgeries can cost between ₹5 lakh and ₹8 lakh. The technology enables minimally invasive operations through a single small incision using miniature cameras and flexible instruments, offering benefits such as smaller scars, reduced blood loss, lower infection risk, and potential discharge within 24 to 48 hours. It supports complex procedures including prostate cancer, urinary bladder tumours, gynaecological conditions, and liver or pancreatic tumours.
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“in private hospitals where the procedures can cost ₹5 lakh to ₹8 lakh. Once the system becomes operational at GMCH, patients are expected to be able to access the advanced procedures through the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yojana (MJPJAY) and other govt concessions, subject to eligibility and applicable provisions. Unlike conventional surgery, which may require a large incision to access organs in the abdomen o”
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“in private hospitals where the procedures can cost ₹5 lakh to ₹8 lakh. Once the system becomes operational at GMCH, patients are expected to be able to access the advanced procedures through the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yojana (MJPJAY) and other govt concessions, subject to eligibility and applicable provisions. Unlike conventional surgery, which may require a large incision to access organs in the abdomen o”
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“unding healthy tissues during complex procedures. The minimally invasive approach can also result in smaller scars and may reduce blood loss and the risk of infection. Depending on the procedure and the patient’s condition, discharge may be possible within 24 to 48 hours. The technology can be used in a range of complex procedures, including prostate cancer, urinary bladder tumours, gynaecological conditions, and tum”
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Govt Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Nagpur is set to become the first state-run hospital in Maharashtra to offer single-access robotic surgery, following government approval of a Rs 35 crore system. This initiative aims to make advanced robotic procedures accessible to economically weaker patients through schemes like MJPJAY, reducing costs compared to private hospitals where such surgeries can cost between ₹5 lakh and ₹8 lakh. The technology enables minimally invasive operations through a single small incision using miniature cameras and flexible instruments, offering benefits such as smaller scars, reduced blood loss, lower infection risk, and potential discharge within 24 to 48 hours. It supports complex procedures including prostate cancer, urinary bladder tumours, gynaecological conditions, and liver or pancreatic tumours.
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