Da Vinci: What is It and Should a Robot Perform My Surgery?
The thought of having a robot perform your surgery may sound scary, but Da Vinci robotic surgeries have actually been largely successful and come with a long list of benefits. The Da Vinci Surgical System leads the industry in robotic surgeries, helping more than 3 million patients across the country. The main advantages are smaller incisions, minimally invasive procedures, and a much quicker recovery time.
So, how does robotic surgery work?
There are two major elements of the Da Vinci system: the console and the tower.
The console is where the surgeon sits, views and controls everything on a magnified 3D screen. It’s ergonomic for the doctor to be able to stay comfortable and focused throughout the procedure. The controls are mainly used by hand or finger touch, but a couple of lesser controls are at the surgeon’s feet.
The tower contains the robotic arms, cameras and tools that perform the procedure. There are usually four arms — three for holding various surgical instruments and one for holding the 3D camera. Also, an assistant (usually another surgeon) stands at the tower next to the patient to make sure all is working as it should.
To find out more about the benefits of Da Vinci robotic surgeries and why you should consider Da Vinci for gynecological procedures, click here.
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