Healthcare in Mexico is advancing with the implementation of robotic surgery to improve medical services. Specialists report that the use of the Versius robotic platform at the Centro Médico 'Lic. Adolfo López Mateos' in Toluca has significantly enhanced surgical visualization and precision. This translates to greater problem-solving capacity and reduced use of antibiotics, analgesics, and medical supplies. In most cases, patients are discharged the next day, contrasting with conventional hospital stays of four or five days, which facilitates a quicker return to daily activities. To undergo surgery with the Versius robot, patients must meet specific clinical criteria. The process begins with detailed physical examinations and continues with a case review by the Robotic Surgery Committee, which authorizes or dismisses the intervention based on the condition. This scheme ensures patient safety and proper technology use, aligning the surgical indication with expected benefits. A central benefit of the project is the continuous training of medical staff, essential for the correct operation of the robotic system and its long-term use within the public sector. An investment of 53 million pesos made the system's launch possible, funding both the equipment and operating room adaptation. This initiative strengthens the provision of free surgical procedures, especially for those without social security affiliation, expanding access to minimally invasive techniques. The robotic system is primarily applied in urology, gynecology, thoracic surgery, and abdominal cavity procedures, where precision and reduced surgical trauma are critical.
Robotic Surgery in Mexico: Precision and Rapid Patient Recovery
The State of Mexico is implementing the Versius robotic surgical system, significantly increasing surgical precision and reducing patient hospital stays from four-five days to one. A 53-million-peso investment enables free minimally invasive procedures, especially for the uninsured, and provides continuous medical staff training.
