In a remarkable demonstration of surgical innovation, a 91-year-old patient successfully underwent robotic surgery for endometrial (uterine) cancer at KIMS Hospitals, Thane. This milestone case reinforces that advanced age is no longer a barrier to complex, life-saving cancer treatment when precision technology and expert care come together.
Clinical Challenge in a High-Risk Patient
The patient was diagnosed with carcinoma of the endometrium after a PET-CT scan revealed a hypermetabolic uterine lesion. However, at 91 years of age and with a history of hypertension, she faced significant surgical and anaesthetic risks. Moreover, conventional open surgery would have involved extensive incisions, prolonged recovery, and a higher likelihood of postoperative complications.
Robotic Precision Enables a Safer Surgical Plan
Therefore, under the leadership of Dr. Anil Heroor, Director – Oncological Sciences, KIMS Hospitals, Thane, the surgical team opted for a robotic-assisted bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and hysterectomy (BSOH) with pelvic lymph node sampling. This minimally invasive approach allowed the team to deliver curative surgery while minimising physiological stress on the patient.
Why Robotic Surgery Made the Difference
Robotic-assisted surgery offered several critical advantages. First, its exceptional precision significantly reduced blood loss and tissue trauma. Additionally, the high-definition 3D visualisation enabled meticulous dissection, enhancing safety even in an elderly patient. Most importantly, small robotic ports replaced large abdominal incisions, resulting in less pain and faster recovery.
Rapid Recovery Exceeds Expectations
As per the press release, the patient’s postoperative recovery was swift and uneventful. On the first day, she was mobilised with physiotherapy support. By the second day, she tolerated a soft diet and had her catheter removed. Soon after, she was discharged in stable condition—demonstrating that elderly patients can benefit greatly from advanced oncological surgery.
Setting New Benchmarks in Elderly Cancer Care
“This case clearly shows how robotic technology, when combined with experienced surgical teams, can offer safe and effective cancer treatment to elderly patients who were once considered high-risk,” the team noted.
KIMS Hospitals, Thane, continues to set new benchmarks by integrating robotic surgical excellence with compassionate, patient-centred care.