Kasturba Hospital in Manipal Executes Advanced Robotic Surgery for Tracheal Cancer

Kasturba Hospital in Manipal successfully completed a robotic-assisted surgery to remove a malignant tumour from the patient's windpipe, a procedure that has been previously performed only by a handful of centres across India.

The trachea, commonly known as the windpipe, is a delicate structure that carries air to the lungs. Traditional open surgeries for tracheal cancers involve large incisions and significant postoperative recovery. By contrast, the robotic approach used by the multidisciplinary team at Kasturba Hospital allowed for precise dissection within a confined space, reducing trauma and shortening the patient’s hospitalization.

This milestone showcases the hospital's expanding capabilities in minimally invasive oncology and could set a precedent for other regional hospitals. The patient, who has remained in good condition, is expected to recover fully and may return to normal daily activities within weeks. Source: Google News – Manipal.