da Vinci for Prostatectomy in North Easton, Massachusetts (MA)
A prostatectomy is the surgical removal of all (radical) or part
(simple) of a man’s prostate gland, typically performed in the treatment
of prostate cancer. Traditionally doctors have performed
prostatectomies through open surgery (in which the prostate is accessed
through a large incision).
Today, less-invasive procedures are
available. The use of a laparoscope (a tiny camera attached to the tip
of a catheter) allows doctors to perform this procedure through tiny
incisions made in the abdomen, rather than large cuts. The da Vinci robotic surgical system, takes it even further – allowing your doctor to control the camera and tiny surgical tools with robotic arms.
How is da Vinci Prostatectomy Performed?
The da Vinci prostatectomy is performed in the hospital under general anesthesia.Using
the da Vinci system, your doctor controls the specially designed
robotic arms from a nearby console. The system precisely mimics your
surgeon’s movements while eliminating small hand-shaking. During the
prostatectomy, your surgeon uses the robotic arms to:
- Make
several tiny incisions in the lower belly, and then thread the
laparoscope into the prostate. The laparoscope’s tiny camera offers a
clear, 3D, true color view of the prostate.
- Once the prostate is
located, your doctor uses the robots to either partially or completely
remove the prostate gland through one of the small incisions.
- After the prostate is removed, your doctor closes the incisions with sutures.
Since
the procedure is minimally-invasive, your doctor may discharge you from
the hospital in as little as 24 hours after your surgery.
Benefits of da Vinci Prostatectomy
The da Vinci system offers several benefits, including:
- 3-dimensional
high magnification camera with true color and better control of blood
loss, allowing your doctor to see more clearly while working
- More precise control of surgical tools, with small hand shaking filtered out
- Ability to make cleaner, more refined cuts
- Smaller incisions, faster recovery time and shorter hospital stay
About James M. Fitzgerald, M.D.
Greater Boston Urology was founded in 2010 with a vision of bringing together many of the most sought after urology physicians and specialists in the nation to provide extraordinary urology care with the highest level of patient service.
With multiple locations across Massachusetts led by some of the best urology providers in the nation, our board certified physicians and physician assistants have years of experience and loyal patient communities. Our physicians come together on a regular basis to collaborate and ensure that our patients are receiving the highest quality care and services available nationwide.
Featured Specialist for da Vinci for Prostatectomy in North Easton, MA
James M. Fitzgerald, M.D.
Greater Boston Urology
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31 Roche Brothers WayNorth Easton, MA 02356
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