Women’s Health Crisis: Experts Urge Faster Adoption of Advanced Surgical Technologies

3 out of 4 Women Are Battling Gynaecological Health Concerns

A staggering 75% of women in India suffer from gynaecological issues like PCOS, PCOD, fibroids, endometriosis, and dyspareunia. Despite the high prevalence, many of these conditions go undiagnosed and untreated due to limited awareness and healthcare access. With 20% of India’s 654 million women facing these disorders, the health crisis continues to escalate. Experts warn that conditions like fibroids, benign tumours, endometriosis, and ovarian and endometrial cancers are on the rise. They are calling for greater awareness and the adoption of advanced surgical technologies. Marksmen Daily team reached out to leading women’s health experts for insights on how women in India can manage their health better and prevent these issues.

Dr. Rooma Sinha, Founder and President of Gynaecological Robotic Surgeons, and a pioneer in robotic surgery in India, shed light on the struggle’s women face, stating, “Women already endure challenges from late menopause, irregular cycles, hormone therapies for infertility, and metabolic disorders. These women are more vulnerable to ovarian and endometrial tumours.” She emphasized that it’s unfair for them to face the added complications of traditional surgery. Dr. Sinha highlighted the benefits of robotic-assisted surgery, noting that with advanced technologies like da Vinci, patients experience greater precision, minimal scarring, reduced pain, and faster recovery. Many patients are discharged within 24 hours, with some even returning home just 8-10 hours after surgery.

The rising burden of women’s cancers is a pressing health crisis

 Dr. Swapna Misra, an Internationally Certified Robotic Gynaecological Surgeon at Fortis Hospital, Mohali, raised concerns over how modern lifestyle risks are impacting women as early as their mid-20s. She said, “The rising burden of women’s cancers, particularly endometrial and ovarian cancers, is a pressing health crisis. Chronic stress, obesity, and hormonal imbalances are now affecting younger women, with diagnoses increasingly occurring between ages 25 and 35.”

Limited awareness worsens conditions and diminishes quality of life

Dr. Uddhavraj Dudhedia, a leading Gynaecological Robotic Oncosurgeon at Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai, emphasized the importance of educating both patients and healthcare professionals about robotic-assisted surgery. He pointed out that a lack of awareness often leads to delayed decisions and prolonged suffering as patients rely on outdated methods. “Limited awareness not only worsens health conditions but also reduces quality of life, preventing women from accessing the best possible care,” he said. Dr. Dudhedia also highlighted the revolutionary impact of robotic-assisted technology, explaining how it offers enhanced vision, precision, and depth perception, surpassing traditional laparoscopy. This technology makes surgeries more effective, less invasive, and ultimately benefits both patients and surgeons alike.