AVATAR (Advanced Videoscopic Aortic surgery by Transcervical Approach using Robot-assistance)

History

2025: Aortic valve replacement product through tiny neck incision by robot surgeon

On August 4, 2025, CardioPrecision announced the success of the world's first robotic operation to replace the aortic valve through a tiny incision in the neck. The new approach aims to minimize the risks associated with traditional open heart surgeries while reducing pain and reducing the recovery period.

The technology is called AVATAR - Advanced Videoscopic Aortic surgery by Transcervical Approach using Robot-assistance. During the procedure, the proprietary CoreVista retractor system is used to access the aortic valve through a small incision in the neck.

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Фото: CardioPrecision

As noted, AVATAR's pioneering surgery represents a significant step forward in cardiac surgery, offering a minimally invasive alternative for patients with aortic valve malformations. The first such procedure was performed at the Cleveland Clinic under the guidance of cardiac surgeon Marijan Koprivanac.

Combining an artificial heart valve with this new surgical technology means patients will experience less pain and spend less time in hospital after heart surgery. This is one of the least invasive options for surgical heart valve replacement, says Koprivanac.

CardioPrecision emphasizes that this procedure was originally developed as completely endoscopic. The introduction of a robotic system while improving accuracy and efficiency. The practical use of the AVATAR technique is expected to significantly improve the quality of life of patients in the postoperative period and minimize possible complications.^[1]

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