World's First Transcervical Robotic AVR Procedures Successfully Performed in 4 Cleveland Clinic Patients

Cleveland Clinic surgeons have successfully performed the world’s first transcervical robotic aortic valve replacement (AVR) procedures in four patients, utilizing a small incision in the neck for minimally invasive access. This innovative approach allows for quicker recovery, with patients resuming normal activity within a week and experiencing significantly less pain compared to traditional surgeries. The surgeries involved robotic assistance for precision, combining the benefits of surgical AVR with reduced trauma and faster healing times.