da Vinci prostatectomy
When facing urologic surgery creates, most men are concerned about whether their bodies will function normally following surgery. With traditional open urologic surgery—in which large incisions are made to access the pelvic organs—common drawbacks include significant post-surgical pain, a lengthy recovery and potential long-term impact on continence and sexual function.

The minimally invasive da Vinci surgery is ideal for delicate urologic surgery and particularly for prostatectomy, in which the target site is surrounded by nerves that affect urinary control and sexual function.

da Vinci hysterectomy
Traditional gynecologic surgery, using a large incision for access to the uterus and surrounding anatomy, has been the standard approach. It can also include significant pain, trauma, a long recovery process and possible damage to surrounding organs and nerves.

For complex hysterectomies and other gynecologic procedures, robot-assisted surgery may be the most effective, least invasive treatment option. Through tiny, 1-2 cm incisions, surgeons using the da Vinci robots operate with greater precision and control, minimizing the pain and risk while increasing the likelihood of a fast recovery and excellent clinical outcomes.

da Vinci nephrectomy
A nephrectomy is the surgical removal of a kidney or a section of a kidney. Traditional open approach kidney surgery requires a large abdominal incision. Using the da Vinci System, surgeons perform a more precise operation for treating kidney disorders and kidney cancer.