Drs. Joseph F. Wagner, Stephen J. Shichman and Vincent P. Laudone -- pioneers in urologic procedures using the da Vinci Surgical System

The da Vinci prostatectomy is performed with the assistance of the da Vinci Surgical System – the latest evolution in robotics technology.

 

It is robot-assisted, minimally invasive surgery. It is quickly becoming the preferred treatment for removal of the prostate following early diagnosis of prostate cancer.
 

In fact, studies suggest that da Vinci prostatectomy may be the most effective, least invasive prostate surgery performed today.

 

Though any diagnosis of cancer can be traumatic, the good news is that if your doctor recommends prostate surgery, the cancer was probably caught early. And, with da Vinci prostatectomy, the likelihood of a complete recovery from prostate cancer without long-term side effects is, for most patients, better than it has ever been.  

 

The da Vinci Surgical System enables surgeons to operate with unmatched precision and control using only a few small incisions. Recent studies suggest that da Vinci prostatectomy may offer improved cancer control and a faster return to potency and continence.

 

It also offers these potential benefits:

As with any surgery, these benefits cannot be guaranteed, as surgery is both patient- and procedure-specific. While prostatectomy performed using the da Vinci Surgical System is considered safe and effective, this procedure may not be appropriate for every individual. Always ask your doctor about all treatment options, as well as their risks and benefits.

Hartford Hospital physicians also have performed these urological procedures with the da Vinci Surgical System:

(Source: Intuitive Surgical)