Lymphedema
Expanding access to surgical treatment options for lymphedema with Symani®
Lymphedema, the buildup of lymphatic fluid resulting in swelling and discomfort, is a significant worldwide problem. Lymphedema patients deserve access to the latest treatment options so they can live their best lives.
While surgical treatment options exist that may improve the symptoms and overall quality of life for patients, access to these procedures is limited as they are extremely difficult to perform using manual techniques given the minute size of the lymphatic vessels.
250
people suffer with lymphedema worldwide1
1
lymphatic vessels are extremely small, ranging from approximately 0.3mm to <1mm in diameter. The practice of connecting these vessels is called supermicrosurgery.2
600
surgeons worldwide are performing supermicrosurgery today due to the challenges of these techniques.2
Advantages of Symani in Lymphedema Treatment
Precision at the micro level
Proprietary NanoWrist® instruments feature the world’s smallest surgical robotic wrist and enable surgeons to replicate natural movements of the human hand at the micro level with seven degrees of freedom. Tremor filtration and 7-20x motion scaling bring high precision to needle and suture placement for sutures between 8-0 to 12-0. Robotic precision has the potential to increase vessel patency, reduce vessel trauma, and avoid costly re-interventions.
Elevating microsurgical skills to address supermicrosurgery
Helps experienced microsurgeons confidently expand into the emerging field of supermicrosurgery and applications that were underserved due to their high training and technical requirements.
Grow or develop your lymphatic surgery program
Provide a comprehensive portfolio of offerings that enhance your surgical program, including new treatment options for patients suffering from lymphedema.
Patient Stories
Today, lymphedema patients can reap the benefits provided by the Symani Surgical System.
See one patient’s story below.
Graham’s Story
Robotic-assisted lymphovenous anastomosis
Graham sought treatment to reduce the negative impacts of his lower limb lymphedema. Prof. Dr. Sinikka Suominen elected to perform lymphovenous anastomosis using the Symani Surgical System, with the goal to reduce the appearance of lymphedema and prevent its recurrence. Watch the video to learn more about Graham’s experience and the benefits Symani can bring to lymphedema patients.
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Whether it’s deciding on a reconstructive procedure following mastectomy or dealing with the possibility of developing lymphedema as a result of their care, breast cancer patients face a significant uphill battle after their treatment. With Symani, patients can access reconstructive options using their own tissue and the latest technological innovations. For hospitals offering surgical treatment options for lymphedema, they may also be able to prevent or treat the symptoms of lymphedema following their care.
Head & Neck Cancer Overview
The incidence of head and neck cancers is on the rise and increasing the need for reconstructive procedures that utilize microsurgical techniques. Reconstruction of the head and neck following tumor resection or trauma can help restore function and improve quality of life for patients. With Symani, surgeons can perform these challenging and complex procedures with a high degree of precision and control in an optimized work environment.
Trauma Overview
Trauma refers to any altering injury sustained through accident or impact like burns, laceration, crush, nerve damage and fractures. Where tissue is lost due to trauma or infection, it may be necessary to perform a reconstructive procedure using transferred tissue or to perform a replantation of an amputated body part with the goal of restoring circulation and sensation, and where possible, function. Symani allows surgeons to confidently perform these procedures with a high degree of precision and accuracy.
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CITATIONS
- Schulze, H., Nacke, M., Gutenbrunner, C., & Hadamitzky, C. (2018). Worldwide assessment of healthcare personnel dealing with lymphoedema. Health economics review, 8(1), 10. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13561-018-0194-6
- Badash, I., Gould, D. J., & Patel, K. M. (2018). Supermicrosurgery: History, Applications, Training and the Future. Frontiers in surgery, 5, 23. https://doi.org/10.3389/fsurg.2018.00023
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