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Robotic assisted laparoscopic high anterior resection in Manchester

Minimally invasive surgery for cancer with advanced robotics in Manchester

Surgeon performing robotic assisted surgery
Rectal resection surgery might be performed if you have been diagnosed with rectal cancer. It is often used alongside other treatment options, including chemotherapy. The specific treatment undergone depends on the stage of rectal cancer you have. During the procedure, your consultant will remove the area of your rectum that has been affected by disease, such as a tumour. 

A rectal resection surgery treats a variety of diseases that cause damage to your bowel, not just rectal cancer. Although rectal cancer can be life-threatening, it is a very curable disease if found early. Regular check-ups and colorectal cancer screenings are an important way of monitoring your overall health.

During the operation to remove a rectal tumour, your consultant general surgeon will remove your sigmoid colon, which is situated on the left side of your abdominal cavity (tummy), and the upper part of your rectum (the storage organ of your bowel). 

This procedure not only removes the damaged area of your bowel containing disease, but it also removes the draining lymph glands from this part of your bowel. If your consultant thinks you might have cancer, this is sent to pathologists who will examine each part under the microscope to look for cancerous cells.  

Rectal cancer commonly presents with symptoms such as rectal bleeding (often seen as blood in your poo), changes in your bowel habits like diarrhoea and constipation, and a persistent feeling of needing to go to the toilet.  

Other symptoms might include unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain, and extreme fatigue. In some cases, the tumour in your rectum can make your stool appear narrow and thin. This can be a sign of many bowl problems, including IBS and some infections.

The da Vinci system makes it possible to perform surgery through a few very small incisions, no larger than your fingertip. With the da Vinci system, your surgeon sits at a console near you in the operating room. The console enables them to control a camera, as well as the tiny instruments used to perform your surgery with precision and accuracy. 

The many benefits of having robotic-assisted surgery

As mentioned above, there are many advantages to robotic-assisted surgery. These include:

Enhanced mental wellbeing after surgery

Robotic surgery not only enhances your physical healing process, but also helps improve and protect your mental wellbeing after surgery. This is because you can get back doing the things you love sooner and feel a little more comfortable in body and mind faster than with traditional surgery. 

There are many aspects of life you can return to more swiftly, including daily activities, work, sex, and general exercise. 

The smaller incisions used during surgery also leave smaller, less visible scarring, which can help boost your confidence and overall wellbeing if you are concerned about the appearance of scarring after surgery. 

Robotics allows your surgeon to perform surgery with a less invasive approach, which reduces the amount of stress put on your body. This can result in less pain and discomfort after surgery and have a positive impact on your mental state, as well as your physical.   

Far better precision and accuracy from your consultant

 
Robotic-assisted surgery allows your consultant to operate with greater precision and control than traditional methods. They also have a better view of inside your body, which can help them perform smaller movements with a smoother, more precise approach. 

Less pain and discomfort after surgery


Recovering from surgery involves a tailored pain management plan, which can deeply impact your everyday life in the days following your surgery. 

Robotics-assisted surgery can reduce your pain levels because it is generally less invasive.

Access to future-first technology guided by our top experts


Robotic-assisted surgery combines the expertise of our skilled surgeons with the most advanced surgical technology available. This synergy allows for more complex procedures to be performed with enhanced effectiveness. You can benefit from the latest innovations in medical technology, leading to better outcomes and fewer complications. 

Our fixed-price packages include the cost of your surgery and all appropriate aftercare appointments. However, any pre-surgery diagnostic tests and your consultant's outpatient appointment fees are charged separately.

Our flexible payment options help you spread the cost of your payment across a time period that suits you. We offer fixed-term monthly payment plans over one to five years with no deposit required. If you decide to pay over 10 months, you will pay interest free. If you are paying for a longer period, you will pay 9.9% APR.

If you have private health insurance, this surgery may be covered by your provider. Speak to your insurer directly to find out.

The cost of your treatment will be confirmed in writing at the time of booking. Please contact our self pay team on 0161 464 8927 for more information. 

When you choose to go private with The Alexandra Hospital, you can expect:   

  • Flexible appointment times to fit your schedule
  • The freedom to choose your hospital and your consultant
  • Bespoke, consultant-led treatment plans tailored to your individual needs  
  • Private en-suite rooms as standard 
  • Tasty and nutritious meals cooked onsite to your dietary requirements
  • Support from the same compassionate clinical team from beginning to end  
  • Affordable, fixed-price packages with aftercare included  
  • Flexible payment options to help spread the cost of your care

If you want to know more about this procedure and find out if it's the right treatment for you, book your appointment online today. 

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