1
The patient is evaluated and placed under general anesthesia for the procedure.
2
The patient is positioned on the operating table to provide optimal access to the kidney.
3
Dr. Ramani makes five 3mm incisions in the abdomen to insert the robotic ports.
4
The robotic arms are inserted and positioned over the surgical site with precise calibration
5
Dr. Ramani controls the robotic arms from a console, performing the nephrectomy with minimal blood loss.
6
The robotic arms are removed, incisions closed, and the patient is moved to recovery for post-operative care.