Robotic
Lung Cancer Surgery with da Vinci Surgical System
One of the most common treatments for lung cancer involves the surgical removal of the lobe of the lung, known as pulmonary lobectomy. Traditional thoracotomy and lobectomy require a large incision, often ten inches, and also commonly results in substantial blood loss and a lengthy and uncomfortable recovery. Lung cancer patients at Stamford Hospital have access to a new, less-invasive surgical procedure called da Vinci pulmonary lobectomy. For most patients, da Vinci pulmonary lobectomy offers numerous potential benefits over open lobectomy including:
- Significantly less pain following surgery
- Less blood loss
- Fewer complications
- Less scarring
- A shorter hospital stay
- A faster return to normal daily activities
As with any surgery, these benefits cannot be guaranteed, as surgery is both patient- and procedure-specific. While the da Vinci Surgical System is considered safe and effective,it may not be appropriate for every individual. Always ask your doctor about all of your lung cancer treatment options, as well as their risks and benefits.
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For more information about surgical options for lung cancer using da Vinci robotic surgery technology, please call 877-233-WELL (9355).
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1-877-233-WELL (9355).