VADODARA, GUJARAT | 27th JULY 2026 | Age is no longer a barrier to advanced cancer treatment when the right expertise and technology come together. Demonstrating this, an 81-year-old patient suffering from urinary problems was successfully treated for prostate cancer at HCG Cancer Centre Vadodara through robotic-assisted surgery, allowing him to return home just three days after the procedure.
The patient had been experiencing persistent urinary difficulties and was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Owing to his advanced age, he had consulted multiple healthcare providers, where radiation therapy was suggested as the preferred treatment option. Looking for another opinion, the patient visited HCG Cancer Centre Vadodara, where his case was thoroughly evaluated by the hospital’s multidisciplinary Tumor Board.
After a comprehensive review involving specialists from different oncology disciplines, the Tumor Board concluded that the patient was a suitable candidate for robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy, offering him the possibility of complete surgical removal of the cancer while ensuring a faster recovery.
The surgery was successfully performed by Dr. Samkit Sharma, Consultant – Uro Oncology, Renal Transplant & Robotic Surgeon, using advanced robotic technology. Despite being 81 years old, the patient recovered remarkably well after the minimally invasive procedure and was discharged in just three days, making an excellent recovery.
Speaking about the case, Dr. Samkit Sharma said: “At HCG Cancer Centre Vadodara, we believe treatment decisions should be based on a patient’s overall health and fitness rather than age alone. Every cancer case is discussed in our multidisciplinary Tumor Board to determine the most appropriate treatment. Robotic surgery offers several advantages over conventional surgery, including smaller incisions, enhanced precision through magnified 3D visualization, minimal blood loss, reduced post-operative pain, lower risk of complications, quicker recovery, and a shorter hospital stay. These benefits help patients, even in advanced age, recover faster and return to their normal lives with greater confidence.”
This case highlights the importance of seeking expert evaluation before finalizing a cancer treatment plan. At HCG Cancer Centre Vadodara, every patient benefits from a multidisciplinary approach where specialists collaborate to recommend the most suitable treatment based on scientific evidence and individual patient needs.
With one of Central Gujarat’s largest teams of cancer specialists and expertise in robotic cancer surgery, HCG Cancer Centre Vadodara continues to deliver advanced, minimally invasive treatments that offer less pain, fewer and smaller cuts, greater surgical precision, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, faster recovery, and improved patient outcomes.
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