Inova Alexandria’s new robotic system allows doctors more precision with vascular procedures

Catheter Technology

Inova Alexandria Hospital is committed to providing innovative and exceptional healthcare to its patients. It has recently expanded its range of robotic technologies with the addition of the new Magellan™ Robotic System. This robotic catheterization system assists in complex vascular procedures.

“Robotic catheters have the potential to provide enhanced precision and control, especially when navigating in the small, often tortuous blood vessels involved in embolization procedures,” says Keith Sterling, MD, Director of Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology.

The Magellan Robotic System allows doctors the possibility of more control and precision while navigating catheters through small blood vessels in complex vascular procedures. Magellan robotic catheters can rotate 360 degrees, and bend 180 degrees in any direction. This may lead to fewer catheter exchanges during the procedure and more predictable procedure times. It also may help facilitate navigation through the anatomy, potentially leading to less radiation and contrast exposure. This aims to make the procedure safer for the patient.

“The introduction of the Magellan Robotic System to our endovascular program demonstrates our commitment to providing the most advanced technologies available to ensure the highest quality of care for our patients,” says Susan Carroll, CEO of Inova Alexandria Hospital.

The Magellan™ Robotic System offers many potential advantages for both physicians and patients, including the opportunity to perform faster, more predictable procedures, reduced radiation exposure and access to a higher level of procedural precision.

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