Robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy (Da Vinci)
Radical prostatectomy by Da-Vinci robotic technique is the most advanced, technologically advanced and precise minimally invasive surgical procedure currently used in the field of urological surgery for the total removal of the prostate gland and part of the surrounding tissues in patients affected by malignant prostate tumor pathology (prostate cancer).
Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in men, especially in men over 65 years of age.
The operation of prostate cancer (radical prostatectomy) is considered a highly complex surgery and the fact of being able to carry it out by means of the latest generation robotic technology, Da – Vinci X Robot brings many advantages to the surgical process both in the execution phase of the surgery facilitating and enhancing the skill and precision of the surgeon and in the recovery phase of the patient compared to more conventional non-robotic techniques such as open surgery or laparoscopic surgery.
Anesthesia: This procedure is performed under general anesthesia.
Duration of surgery: Between 2 – 4 hours (varying according to the size of the prostate and the difficulties that may arise).
Analgesia: Analgesia is administered during the immediate postoperative period.
Admission: Between 24 – 48 hours.
Recovery phase: rapid, between 1- 2 weeks.
At the time of discharge may have to continue wearing a catheter probe for a few days (6 – 8).
Benefits of robotic surgery for the surgeon:
– Greater degree of precision and range of motion (demolitive – reconstructive).
– Elimination of physiological tremor.
– Real three-dimensional visualization of the operative field. – Greater accessibility to deep anatomical planes.
– Greater radicality in tumor removal.
– Reduction of the probabilities of error.
Advantages for the patient:
– Less painful postoperative period.
– Lower risk of complications.
– Decreased risk of infections.
– Very small scars (aesthetic improvement).
– Decreased side effects (incontinence – impotence) – Less hospitalization time.
– Reduced risk of bleeding (less transfusions).
– Shorter recovery process.
– Quicker return to normal daily activities.