Robotic-assisted brain tumour surgery

Your surgeon, assisted by specialist nurses and an operating room team, will carry out the surgery using a robotic platform with arms. As well as holding a camera and surgical instruments, the robot will carry out the surgeon’s command, as high-definition 3D images of the surgical site are viewed on a screen. 

The robot gives our surgeons greater flexibility and freedom of movement, even when carrying out the most complex, delicate procedures. The surgery is minimally invasive,which means it involves making small cuts in the skin. This means that you should experience: 

• minimal scarring
• decreased blood loss
• less pain
• faster recovery time
• shorter stay in hospital

Robotic assisted brain tumour surgery is generally a safe procedure, however, as with any surgery or treatment, there may be some risks and side effects involved.

Your consultant will explain these to you and answer any questions you might have.

The procedure is usually carried out under general anaesthetic. We will let you know in advance how long to avoid eating and drinking before surgery.

After the procedure, you will be taken to the recovery unit, where our dedicated team will look after you. You’ll be given pain relief medication if needed.

Your consultant or nurse specialist will let you know when you can leave the hospital and will also advise you on how to best manage your ongoing treatment and pain relief.

You will be invited for follow up appointments to monitor the healing process.