Jaipur : Marking a significant advancement in pediatric healthcare, Dr. Sunita Ojha has successfully performed a highly complex robotic kidney reconstruction on a 4-year-old child at Santokba Durlabhji Memorial Hospital (SDMH), Jaipur. This surgery represents a milestone for the region, highlighting the successful application of advanced robotic technology for complex, dual-procedure pediatric urological reconstructions—specifically a combined uretero-ureterostomy and ureteric reimplantation—within Rajasthan’s private healthcare sector.
The young patient was diagnosed with a complex congenital kidney anomaly known as a duplex ureter (a double collecting system). Dr. Ojha, along with Dr. Ashesh Shah (Anaesthetist) and their team, successfully performed the intricate reconstruction while meticulously managing the delicate case. The child recovered remarkably well and was discharged on the second day.
Robotic Surgery: A Major Boon for Children Too
While robotic-assisted surgery is widely associated with adults, it is a major boon for children whose tiny, delicate organs require extreme precision. Key advantages include microscopic precision through a magnified 3D view that eliminates natural hand tremors, ensuring absolute safety. Furthermore, performing the procedure through tiny keyhole punctures drastically reduces post-operative pain, allowing for a faster recovery and shorter hospital stays. This landmark procedure at SDMH opens new doors for pediatric surgery in the region, bringing world-class, minimally invasive care to the children of Rajasthan.
