| For women who have undergone sterilization and would like to reverse their procedure, "tubal reanastomosis" is available with the assistance of da Vinci technology. Robot-assisted tubal reanastomosis now allows surgeons to perform sterilization reversals with all the advantages of minimally invasive procedures with far more precision than conventional laparoscopy. This translates into shorter hospital stay, with most patients returning home the same day as surgery. It also leads to lesser post-operative pain and a significantly more rapid return to normal daily activities.
Benefits of da Vinci Robot-Assisted Gynecologic Surgery
Traditional open gynecologic surgery, using a large incision for access to the uterus and surrounding anatomy, has for many years been the standard approach to many gynecologic procedures. Yet, open surgery can cause significant pain, physical trauma and a long recovery process. For women facing gynecologic surgery, the period of pain, discomfort and extended time away from normal daily activities that usually follows traditional surgery can also cause significant anxiety.
da Vinci enables GYN surgeons to perform more complex operations through just a few tiny incisions, thereby minimizing the need to perform traditional abdominal (open) surgery. As a result, da Vinci GYN surgeons can offer the benefits of minimally invasive surgery to a broader range of patients. Potential patient benefits include:
- Shorter hospital stay (one day in most cases versus 3-5)
- Significantly less pain post-operatively (often only over-the-counter pain meds required)
- Quicker recovery and return to normal activities (1-2 weeks versus 6-8 weeks)
- Fewer complications and less risk of infection
- Less scarring: small, dime-sized incisions versus 6-8 inch scar
As with any surgery, these benefits cannot be guaranteed since surgery is specific to each patient and procedure.
Learn more
If you would like to explore whether you are a candidate for robot-assisted tubal reanastomosis for reverse sterilization, ask your doctor. For a referral to a Chilton physician, click here or call 1-888-CHILTON.
Surgeons who Perform Robot-Assisted
Gynecological Surgery at Chilton:
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Khashayar Shakiba, MD
Gynecologist/Surgeon
Robot-assisted hysterectomy, pelvic reconstructive surgery, uterine and vaginal vault prolapse, urinary incontinence, myomectomy, tubal reanastomosis
www.womenspelvicsurgery.com
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Steven Domnitz, MD
Obstetrician/Gynecologist/Surgeon
Robot-assisted hysterectomy, myomectomy, tubal reanastomosis
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Shaghayegh DeNoble, MD
Obstetrician/Gynecologist/Surgeon
Robot-assisted hysterectomy, urinary incontinence, myomectomy
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While clinical studies support the effectiveness of the da Vinci System when used in minimally invasive surgery, individual results may vary. Surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System may not be appropriate for every individual. Always ask your doctor about all treatment options, as well as their risks and benefits.
For additional information on minimally invasive surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System visit www.davincisurgery.com.
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