Gynecologic Surgery
When medication and
non-invasive procedures are unable to relieve symptoms, surgery remains the
accepted and most effective treatment for a range of gynecologic conditions.
These include, but are not limited to, cervical and uterine cancer, uterine
fibroids, endometriosis, uterine prolapse and menorrhagia or excessive
bleeding.
Traditional open
gynecologic surgery, using a large incision for access to the uterus and
surrounding anatomy, has for many years been the standard approach to many
gynecologic procedures. Yet with open surgery can come significant pain, trauma,
a long recovery process and threat to surrounding organs and nerves. For women
facing gynecologic surgery, the period of pain, discomfort and extended time
away from normal daily activities that usually follows traditional surgery can
understandably cause significant
anxiety.
Fortunately,
less invasive options are available. Some gynecologic procedures enable surgeons
to access the target anatomy using a vaginal approach, which may not require an
external incision. But for complex hysterectomies and other gynecologic
procedures, robot-assisted surgery with the da
Vinci®
Surgical System may be the most effective, least invasive treatment option.
Through tiny, 1-2 cm incisions, surgeons using the da
Vinci
System* can operate with
greater precision and control, minimizing the pain and risk associated with
large incisions while increasing the likelihood of a fast recovery and excellent
clinical outcomes.
Learn More
To learn more about da Vinci
Hysterectomy or any other gynecologic surgery utilizing the da Vinci
Surgical System, click
here .
*
Also referred to as the da
Vinci
robot
While
clinical studies support the effectiveness of the da
Vinci®
System when used in minimally invasive surgery, individual results may vary.
Surgery with the da
Vinci
Surgical System may not be appropriate for every individual. Always ask your
doctor about all treatment options, as well as their risks and
benefits.
For additional information on
minimally invasive surgery with the da Vinci® Surgical System visit
www.davincisurgery.com
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