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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