Holguin Cancer Center Plans to Incorporate Endoscopic Surgery in Urology

Among the most important work plans for this year outlined by the Territorial Cancer Center (COT), part of the Vladimir Ilich Lenin General University Hospital, is the incorporation of endoscopic surgery in the field of urology.

According to recent statements by the center’s director, Dr. Pedro Escalona, ​​the issue of oncology equipment is very complex. As equipment in this specialty costs millions of dollars anywhere in the world. However, thanks to the collaboration of donors and well-intentioned individuals who are sensitive to the cause of cancer. The implementation of endoscopic surgery in the urologic oncology department is almost a reality, set to begin this year.

Regarding the evident advantages of this surgery, the oncologist stated that implementing this modality will have a positive impact on the field of urologic oncology. Also as it will increase the number of surgeries performed. Thereby increasing the number of patients operated in this location. While simultaneously reducing hospital stays for urology patients and the potential for surgical complications.

“It is not the same to perform a ten-minute surgery via video endoscopy with one or two sutures as it is to perform open surgery. Which involves a minimum stay of six or seven days in the hospital. With prescribed antibiotics and the possibility of future complications,” the official explained.

Although endoscopic surgery has been performed globally for some years in this location. The country’s limitations have prevented it from acquiring the necessary equipment for treating malignant pathologies of the urinary tract. Therefore, if this technique can be implemented at the COT (Center for Oncological Treatment), it will represent a significant step forward in the oncologic treatment of affected patients in eastern Cuba.

Videoendoscopic surgery has certainly revolutionized the field of urologic oncology due to its numerous advantages. Most notably the ability to perform procedures with smaller incisions compared to open surgery. This reduces trauma to surrounding tissues and, logically, leads to a faster recovery.

This translates into shorter hospital stays, with undeniable benefits for both patients and the healthcare system. Furthermore, endoscopic technology provides a magnified, high-definition view of urologic anatomy. Enabling surgeons to perform procedures with greater precision and safety. It has even been associated with a lower rate of postoperative complications, such as infections or bleeding.

Therefore, videoendoscopic surgery in urologic oncology represents a significant advancement with improved outcomes for patients. Optimizes the surgical process, and aligns with contemporary trends toward a less invasive approach to treating cancerous lesions.

Maylín Betancourt Verdecia
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