Common uses in urology
- Cancer surgery: radical prostatectomy, partial nephrectomy, radical cystectomy
- Reconstruction: pyeloplasty and ureteric reimplantation
Potential advantages
- Magnified 3D vision and articulated instruments in tight spaces
- Small incisions, which are generally associated with less post-operative pain
- Often less blood loss than open surgery
- Often a shorter hospital stay and quicker return to routine activities
When to see a urologist
Suitability for robotic surgery is decided at consultation based on your condition, anatomy and overall health.
This information is for education and does not replace an examination. Please consult a doctor for your own condition.
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