Medtronic Unveils Mazor X Stealth Version for Robotic-Aided Spine Surgery in India

 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

India Medtronic Private Limited, totally-owned subsidiary of Medtronic plc, revealed the unveiling of the Mazor X Stealth Edition™ that provides a wholly-combined procedural solution for surgical planning, workflow, execution and confirmation of spine surgeries. Surgeons at Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, New Delhi, have effectively performed the first minimally invasive spine surgery in India utilizing the Mazor X Stealth Edition™ Robotic-Assisted Spine Surgery System.

First Patient in India Treated at Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, New Delhi Surgical Robotics Market in India is Predicted to Grow Remarkably  Mazor X Stealth Edition™ Will Enable Doctors to Plan Their Surgery, Provide Assistance to Execute the Plan Precisely and Visualize the Progress in  The worldwide surgical robotics market has a great potential, and it is anticipated to expand to US$9.3 billion by 2025 from US$4.9 billion back in 2016 with a CAGR of 11.4%1. In India, with a fast increasing senior populace, the spine surgery rate is anticipated to grow. The Surgical Robotics Market in India is expected to see a considerable growth from US$129.9 million in 2016 to US$372.5 million in 2025, increasing at a CAGR of 19.2%.1 "Minimally-invasive spinal procedures with their smaller incisions can pose a challenge to surgeons due to the limited view of the patient's anatomy. The combination of robotics and navigation provides an opportunity for not only procedural benefits but also the potential for clinical efficiency and improvement in patient outcomes,” observed Dr. H.S. Chhabra, medical director, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, New Delhi.He further stated, “We can now perform the same spinal surgery with precision as planned along with the ability to confirm through navigation that the implant is going in the location as it was intended to.” "We believe technology has the power to improve lives. That's why we are continually innovating novel products and procedural solutions in the area of minimally invasive therapies; to improve the quality of life for all patients. We are bringing a myriad of new technologies to India to improve access to the best treatment options for patients,” remarked Madan Krishnan, vice president and managing director, India Medtronic Pvt Ltd, adding, “This year being the 40th year for Medtronic in India, we are happy to demonstrate our commitment to transforming healthcare in India with renewed vigour by launching the Mazor X Stealth Edition™ Robotic-assisted Spine Surgery System." Co-developed between Medtronic and the newly procured Mazor Robotics, the Mazor X Stealth Edition™ flawlessly includes Stealth™ software expertise into the Mazor X robotic-aided surgery platform. It is a considerably novel expertise that utilizes advanced software to plan the surgical process, then utilizes a robotic arm to guide implants and instruments via the steps of the surgical procedure with preciseness, while concurrently utilizing real-time imaging feedback to make sure the plan is being carried out as wished. The Mazor X Stealth Edition™ functions on three principals: first, the surgeon can plan and visualize the surgery prior to studying numerous levels and the entire procedure; second, the robotic guidance system will be an expansion of the doctor throughout the procedure and is designed to allow execution with perfection; and third, the doctor can visualize progress in real-time. About Medtronic Medtronic plc (www.medtronic.com), headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, is among the globe's biggest medical expertise, services and solutions companies – lessening pain, reviving health and prolonging life for millions of people all over the globe. Medtronic engages over 90,000 people globally, catering to the  needs of physicians, hospitals and patients in over nations. The company is concentrated on partnering with stakeholders all over the globe to take healthcare Further, Together. By ANJISHNU BISWAS