Mahavajiralongkorn Hospital Utilizes Robot Technology for Chemotherapy Drug Preparation
Using cutting-edge technology, Mahavajiralongkorn Hospital is revolutionizing the preparation of injectable chemotherapy drugs for cancer patients. A robot is employed to ensure accuracy and safety in the drug preparation process, while traditional chemotherapy drugs are still prepared by pharmacists. This innovative approach aims to elevate the standard of cancer treatment to international levels.
Digital Transformation in Cancer Treatment
Dr. Amporn Benjaponpitak, Acting Director General of the Department of Medical Services, reaffirms the Ministry of Public Health’s commitment to comprehensive cancer care. As part of the digital transformation initiative, medical treatments and equipment are continuously developed to meet the evolving needs of cancer patients. The use of modern medical technology, including robotic technology, is expected to enhance the efficiency and quality of chemotherapy treatment.
Dr. Adisai Phattatang, Director of Mahavajiralongkorn Hospital in Thanyaburi, explains that the hospital is at the forefront of cancer care in Health Area 4. The state-of-the-art robotic system, known as AYA Cytotoxic IV Preparation, is capable of accurately preparing a wide range of chemotherapy drugs while maintaining sterile conditions and high precision.
The use of domestically manufactured robotic technology not only reduces maintenance costs but also ensures compatibility with existing medical processes. Initial results have shown the robot’s ability to prepare 30-50 medicines per day for patients, marking a significant advancement in cancer treatment.
In the coming years, the hospital plans to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of robotic drug preparation compared to traditional methods, aiming to establish it as a national benchmark for cancer care.
Mahavajiralongkorn Hospital Using a robot to prepare injectable chemotherapy drugs Giving to cancer patients At the same time, preparing traditional chemotherapy drugs by a pharmacist. Guarantee accuracy and safety Raise the level of treatment to international standards
On November 28, Amporn Benjaponpitak, MD Acting Director General of the Department of Medical Services said that the Department of Medical Services has guided the policy of the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) in the field of cancer in a comprehensive manner. Driving medical and public health services into the digital age This allows medical treatments and equipment to be developed through the process of digital transformation. continuously And because cancer is a chronic disease that is a major medical and public health problem on a global level. The main cancer treatment methods include surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy. Every year, the situation of cancer patients who need chemotherapy tends to increase every year. As a result, the daily preparation of chemotherapy drugs is large and can cause risks or errors in drug preparation. Mahavajiralongkorn Thanyaburi Hospital Therefore, we have developed the quality of chemotherapy treatment by using modern medical technology to increase the efficiency of drug preparation. Including robot technology to prepare injectable chemotherapy drugs (Robotic Cytotoxic Preparation IV).
Dr Adisai Phattatang, Director of Thanyaburi Mahavajiralongkorn Hospital, said that Thanyaburi Mahavajiralongkorn Hospital is a specialist tertiary cancer hospital. Under the Medical Services Department Responsible for looking after cancer patients in Health Area 4. Robots prepare chemotherapy drugs. Mahavajiralongkorn Thanyaburi Hospital (AYA Cytotoxic IV Preparation) is a 2-arm automatic robotic arm system that can move or mix medicine in many forms and directions. Its operation is controlled by a computerized software system that links data to the hospital’s HIS system, and it can be used with chemotherapy bottles, syringes, and liquids of both types and sizes. Similar to those used in hospitals, the drug preparation system has high accuracy (no more than ± 5%). Drug preparation under sterile conditions in ISO Class 5 air purity. Chemotherapy drugs can be prepared in batches.) and prepare individual medicines (Patient Specific) including complex medicines correctly
The highlight is that the robot is manufactured in the country by Thai people, saving maintenance costs. It also does not affect medicines, liquids, and various consumables because it can be used in the same way as traditional medicine preparations. The results of the initial operation were to prepare 30 – 50 medicines per day for patients. In 2024, the agency will study the cost per unit. and the cost-effectiveness point of injectable chemotherapy drug preparation using robotic technology compared to traditional chemotherapy drug preparation by pharmacists as a future national academic reference.
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