Radical treatment of bladder cancer is considered one of the most complex and extensive challenges in oncological surgery. Complete removal of the urinary bladder and creation of a new artificial bladder inside the body represents the highest pinnacle of robotic surgery, which is possible only at our center throughout the region.
This unique approach was introduced for the first time in Georgia and the Caucasus by internationally recognized oncourologist, member of the Board of the World Urological Oncology Federation (WUOF), and Professor Guram Karazanashvili, who has extensive European clinical experience. Today, Professor Karazanashvili personally successfully performs these highly complex operations together with his team as part of their daily practice.
Why is this operation revolutionary for the patient?
Although the creation of an artificial bladder can also be performed using traditional open surgery, open surgery is associated with a huge incision, significant blood loss, and severe postoperative complications.
The robotic operation performed by Professor Guram Karazanashvili radically changes the safety and outcome of treatment:
- The highest quality of life and a natural urinary pathway: the new artificial bladder is created completely inside the body (intracorporeally) using the patient’s own intestine, without any large incision. This ensures full preservation of natural urine excretion, complete independence, and everyday comfort without a stoma.
- Minimal surgical trauma and rapid recovery: the robot’s millimeter-level maneuverability and 3D optics eliminate the need for large incisions. Minimal blood loss and small punctures significantly ease the postoperative period, allowing the patient to return to active daily life in the shortest possible time.
- World-class surgery without leaving the country – at a price 10 times more affordable: patients no longer need to travel abroad. Professor Guram Karazanashvili performs this operation according to the highest standards of leading clinics in the USA and Europe, while compared with foreign clinics, it is 10 times more affordable in price.
The Greatest Experience in Robotic Surgery in Georgia
As the founding and pioneering robotic surgery team in the region, we possess the largest clinical experience, which is the main guarantee of patient safety and the best oncological outcome.
Professor Guram Karazanashvili’s Robotic Center brings together all the leading fields of modern urology under one roof:
- Bladder cancer: radical removal and creation of a new artificial bladder inside the body;
- Prostate: robotic surgery for prostate cancer and adenoma using nerve-sparing techniques, with minimal risk of urinary incontinence and complete preservation of male functions;
- Kidney: kidney-preserving (organ-sparing) robotic surgery, including in cases of large tumors;
- Reconstructive surgery: other highly complex procedures on the urinary and reproductive systems in both women and men.
Trust the founder of robotic surgery in the region – Professor Guram Karazanashvili and his team, backed by the greatest experience and hundreds of successful operations.
