Robotic gynecologic surgery can deliver distinct advantages over traditional methods of minimally invasive surgery, according to a report written by Albert T. Domingo, MS, MD, in MD News.
According to Dr. Domingo, an ob/gyn who has performed more than 250 robotic gynecologic surgeries at Mercy Medical Center in Canton, Ohio, the use of robots in the operating room is increasing for gynecologic surgery. The use of robotics can improve care, speed up recovery and provide a better quality of life for patients while significantly decreasing post-operative pain and risk of complications.
Dr. Domingo said robots have an advantage in myomectomies, hysterectomies and other procedures because they have a 3D view, compared to the traditional 2D laparoscopic view. This 3D view gives a panoramic image of the pelvis as well as "remarkable visual acuity," he said.
Dr. Domingo said the use of robotics in gynecologic surgery also improves the elimination of fibroids and adhesions. He said surgeons must be careful to take time preparing patients and the operating room for robotic surgery. According to the report, approximately 30-45 minutes is required for anesthesia, extremity protection, immobilization and insertion of ports before docking the robot and commencing surgery.
Read the MD News report on robotics in gynecologic surgery.
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According to Dr. Domingo, an ob/gyn who has performed more than 250 robotic gynecologic surgeries at Mercy Medical Center in Canton, Ohio, the use of robots in the operating room is increasing for gynecologic surgery. The use of robotics can improve care, speed up recovery and provide a better quality of life for patients while significantly decreasing post-operative pain and risk of complications.
Dr. Domingo said robots have an advantage in myomectomies, hysterectomies and other procedures because they have a 3D view, compared to the traditional 2D laparoscopic view. This 3D view gives a panoramic image of the pelvis as well as "remarkable visual acuity," he said.
Dr. Domingo said the use of robotics in gynecologic surgery also improves the elimination of fibroids and adhesions. He said surgeons must be careful to take time preparing patients and the operating room for robotic surgery. According to the report, approximately 30-45 minutes is required for anesthesia, extremity protection, immobilization and insertion of ports before docking the robot and commencing surgery.
Read the MD News report on robotics in gynecologic surgery.
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