Hybrid Operating Room (OR)

A specialized surgical suite equipped with advanced medical imaging devices, such as fluoroscopy, CT scans, or MRI, alongside traditional surgical equipment. This integration enables a seamless transition between minimally invasive procedures and open surgeries, enhancing precision and patient outcomes.

 

Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)

Surgical procedures performed through small incisions or natural body openings, aided by specialized instruments and imaging techniques, reducing trauma, pain, and recovery time for patients.

 

Fluoroscopy

A real-time X-ray imaging technique used in the Hybrid OR to visualize the movement of organs, tissues, and medical devices during procedures such as catheterizations, stent placements, or joint injections.

 

Interventional Radiology (IR)

A medical specialty that uses minimally invasive image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat diseases, often performed within the Hybrid OR setting using advanced imaging technologies.

 

Angiography

A medical imaging technique to visualize blood vessels and blood flow using contrast agents and X-rays, commonly used in the Hybrid OR for procedures like angioplasty, embolization, or stent placement.

 

Electrophysiology (EP) Lab

A specialized facility within the Hybrid OR for diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders using catheter-based procedures guided by imaging technologies like fluoroscopy and 3D mapping systems.

 

Surgical Robotics

Advanced robotic systems employed in the Hybrid OR to assist surgeons in performing intricate procedures with enhanced precision, control, and dexterity, resulting in improved patient outcomes and reduced complications.

 

Multidisciplinary Team

A collaborative group of healthcare professionals, including surgeons, interventional radiologists, cardiologists, anesthesiologists, and nurses, working together in the Hybrid OR to deliver comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s needs.

 

Sterile Environment

A meticulously controlled environment within the Hybrid OR, maintained to prevent contamination and reduce the risk of surgical site infections, ensuring patient safety during procedures.

 

Hybrid or Workflow

The structured process followed in the Hybrid OR, integrating pre-operative planning, intraoperative imaging, surgical intervention, and post-procedural care seamlessly to optimize efficiency, safety, and clinical outcomes.