Robotic hysterectomy is on the cutting-edge of medical science. In fact, in Great Britain, the procedure was recently used in a stunning double-surgery. In recent news, a cancer patient was able to have both her uterus and colon removed with the robotic hysterectomy procedure. According to the DailyMail, the surgery is the first of its kind to have been performed in this manner, but can pave the path for other patients who are experiencing similar complications and medical issues. The doctors used the Da Vinci method, which is the method used by Dr. Shakiba at Women’s Pelvic Surgery.
The robotic hysterectomy procedure permits doctors to be more precise when making incisions. The machine reduces the risk that human tremors or imprecision will affect the outcome of the surgery. The machine is operated via remote control, and it is able to move 360 degrees throughout the surgical site. It is believed that because of the increased precision of the machine that doctors are better able to reduce complications, bleeding, and pain. Recovery times can also be faster when the procedure is used and hospital stays can be shorter.
Doctors and researchers who have pioneered robotic hysterectomy claim that the precision of the machine is greater than that of a human operator. Doctors performing the pioneering double surgery believed that they could both remove the cancer and the uterus while reducing impact on the patient. After all, a double-surgery would either need to be performed in two sessions, or in a single session, that could take longer and be more involved. The patient was an ideal candidate for the procedure because her bowel tumor had invaded her uterus. When the Daily Mail spoke to the patient she mentioned that her recovery was faster than expected. The Daily Mail includes pictures of the cutting-edge procedure as it took place.
Robotic hysterectomy may be used in conjunction with other treatments for cancer patients and other patients in the future. According to the Independent, the patient underwent radiation and chemotherapy in conjunction with the procedure. The doctors who performed the surgery sat on opposite sides of the patient, performing the robotic surgery in tandem, using sophisticated 3D imaging and the machine’s robotic arms.
If you need to have your uterus removed, a robotic hysterectomy may be an option for you. Because of the precision of the procedure and the shorter recovery time, the procedure is often of benefit to patients. However, with more complex cases, certain methodologies are still being tested, so it is important to consult with your doctor before proceeding. When it comes to hysterectomy removal due to endometriosis, uterine prolapse, or other common conditions, robotic hysterectomy can be an option. If you are considering a hysterectomy, reach out to Dr. Shakiba at Women’s Pelvic Surgery.
Women’s Pelvic Surgery
211 Essex Street, Suite 402
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Tel:(201)- 301-2772
