What types of procedures are currently being offered using robotics?
A. Many of our surgeons believe the ability to magnify the surgical area and precisely control the instrument offers greater accuracy. The following surgical procedures are now available at Abington: • prostatectomy • myomectomy – removal of uterine fibroids • tubal ligation reversal • hysterectomy • salpingo-oophorectomy – removal of the fallopian tubes and ovaries • kidney reconstruction and removal • gastric bypass-Roux-en-Y and Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch • abdominal cerclage – surgical closure of the cervix in cases in which early dilation affects the ability of a pregnancy to go full-term Q. What are the benefits of robotic surgery for a prostate cancer patient? A. With robotic technology, the surgeon can perform with greater precision, thanks to features that improve his or her ability to see and move within the surgical area. The intricate technology is especially valuable in the preservation of nerve tissue in and around the prostate. The suturing method—whi
