Introduction of robot-assisted surgery at University Hospital Centre Split
Abstract
Robot-assisted surgery is becoming a widely accepted method, especially as it expands indications for minimally invasive surgical procedures. This technology enhances accuracy, safety, and improves treatment outcomes, as it is associated with reduced blood loss, decreased morbidity, and accelerated recovery. For the safe and successful introduction of robotassisted surgery into a hospital, especially if it involves a new and first robotic system in the country, several interconnected prerequisites need to be fulfilled. First of all, it is necessary to have secured funds and the cooperation and support of the Ministry of Health. In particular project, funds are secured from EU funds.
Additionally, it is necessary to have a consensus of the hospital’s directorate and the heads of the organizational units within the hospital. The hospital must have a developed program for minimally invasive surgery and a large number of surgical procedures. Finally, the support and cooperation from the Agency for Medicinal Products and Medical Devices, equipment manufacturers and hospital specialist services are required. This program has been developing at University Hospital Split for about two years and the first surgical procedures were performed on March 11, 2024.
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