Robotic surgery is no longer limited to hospitals that can afford a ₹25-crore imported system. The SSI Mantra 3.0, designed and manufactured in India by SS Innovations, delivers comparable surgical precision at a fraction of the cost. Health1 Super Speciality Hospitals, Shilaj, is among the first hospitals in Gujarat to install and operate the SSI Mantra 3.0, making world-class robotic minimal access surgery accessible to patients across Ahmedabad, Gujarat, and Rajasthan.
What Is SSI Mantra 3.0?
The SSI Mantra 3.0 is a multi-arm, teleoperation surgical robotic system. It received regulatory approval from India’s CDSCO and has been used in hundreds of procedures nationwide. The system provides a 3D HD camera with 10x magnification, wristed instruments that replicate human hand movements with tremor filtration, and ergonomic console operation for the surgeon. It supports cardiac surgery (CABG, valve repair), thoracic surgery, urological surgery (prostatectomy, nephrectomy), gynaecological surgery (hysterectomy, myomectomy), general surgery (hernia, cholecystectomy, colorectal), and oncological surgery.
Why Made-in-India Matters for Patients
The Da Vinci system costs hospitals ₹25–30 crore to purchase, with ₹2–3 crore annual maintenance and ₹1–2 lakh in disposable instruments per procedure. These costs are passed to patients. The SSI Mantra 3.0 costs significantly less to purchase and operate, meaning Health1 can offer robotic surgery closer to laparoscopic pricing, making precision robotics accessible to far more patients.
Robotic vs Laparoscopic vs Open Surgery
Open surgery uses a large incision for direct access. Reliable outcomes but more pain, longer recovery, higher infection risk. Laparoscopic surgery uses small incisions and a camera with faster recovery, but limited instrument dexterity. Robotic surgery combines laparoscopy’s small incisions with open surgery’s dexterity. The robotic arms provide 360-degree wristed movement, tremor filtration, and magnified 3D vision. For patients: less blood loss, smaller scars, 2–4 day hospital stay (vs 5–7 for open), faster return to work, and less pain.
Two Robotic Systems, One Hospital
Health1 Shilaj is one of the few hospitals in India to house two complementary robotic systems: Cuvis Joint for orthopaedic joint replacement and SSI Mantra 3.0 for minimally invasive surgery across multiple specialities. This dual capability means patients across a wide range of conditions can benefit from robotic precision at a single NABH-accredited centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SSI Mantra as good as Da Vinci?
SSI Mantra 3.0 provides comparable surgical precision, 3D vision, and instrument dexterity. It is CDSCO-approved and proven in hundreds of procedures. The main advantage is cost — making robotic surgery affordable for Indian patients.
How much does robotic surgery cost at Health1?
Costs vary by procedure. Generally, robotic surgery at Health1 costs 10–20% more than standard laparoscopic surgery, significantly less than hospitals using imported systems. Insurance and cashless options are available.
Is robotic surgery safe?
Yes. The surgeon is in full control at all times. The robot is a precision tool, not an autonomous operator. Complication rates are comparable to or lower than traditional surgery.
Learn more: call 079-6999-6999 or visit health1.co.in/service/robotic-surgery.
