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Mercy
Robotic Surgery
Urologic Surgery
When medication and other non-surgical treatments are either unavailable
or cannot relieve symptoms, surgery is the accepted treatment for a
broad range of conditions that affect the male reproductive organs
and the organs of the urinary tract. These conditions can include
prostate cancer, ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction,
bladder or
kidney cancer and
vesicoureteral reflux.
Facing any kind of urologic surgery creates a great deal of anxiety
for most men. Concern about returning to normal function is one among
many. Traditional open urologic surgery where large incisions are made to access the pelvic organs has
been the standard approach when surgery is warranted. Yet common drawbacks
like significant post-surgical pain, a lengthy
recovery and an unpredictable, potentially long-term impact on continence
and sexual function can be worrisome.
Fortunately, Mercy can offer less invasive surgical options to many
patients facing urologic surgery. The most common of these is laparoscopy,
which uses small incisions. While laparoscopy can be very effective
for many routine procedures, limitations of this technology prevent
its use for more complex urologic surgeries.
A new category of surgery, introduced with the
development of Mercy's robotic surgery program, is now an option for
some patients in Oklahoma. This minimally invasive approach, utilizing
the latest in surgical and robotics technologies, is ideal for delicate
urologic surgery. This includes prostatectomy, in which the target site
is not only tightly confined but also surrounded by nerves affecting
urinary control and sexual function. Mercy's robotic surgery team has a better tool to spare surrounding
nerves, which may enhance both your recovery experience and clinical
outcomes.
Learn More
To learn more about robotic
surgery for urologic conditions,
click
here.
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