Robotic-Assisted Surgery for Testicular Cancer
When testicular cancer is detected and requires surgical treatment, the decision to choose robotic-assisted surgery can offer several benefits.
Patients and their families should be informed about the advantages of robotic assistance and how it is utilized during surgery. On the day of the surgery, the medical team will guide the patient to the preparation room where the surgeon and the team will provide additional information and answer any questions the patient may have regarding their surgery. Then, the patient will be taken to the operating room, where a team of professionals will be present, each with their own crucial role depending on the type of surgery the patient is undergoing. Before the procedure begins, the patient will receive medication to ensure they do not experience any pain during the surgery. In the operating room, a da Vinci robotic-assisted surgical system will be used, which utilizes advanced technology to enhance surgical precision.
Three main components of the da Vinci robot:
(1) Control Console for the operating surgeon to sit and perform the surgery.
(2) Camera-mounted Cart.
One of the major advantages of robotic-assisted surgery is the ability to perform minimally invasive procedures without the need for extensive suturing. The surgeon only needs to make a small incision, typically ranging from 8-13 millimeters, on the patient's skin or even as small as a fingertip. This is not possible in traditional open surgeries, where larger incisions are necessary to provide adequate visibility and accommodate surgical instruments. These smaller incisions provide a pathway for a single camera and a set of slender, articulated instruments used for the surgery. The da Vinci camera provides a magnified 3D view that is ten times larger than normal, allowing the surgeon to see details more clearly, akin to observing a large-sized coin compared to a rice grain. This enables the surgeon to perform highly precise and accurate surgery with minimal room for error under the control of the robotic-assisted surgical system.
One of the major advantages of robotic-assisted surgery is the ability to perform minimally invasive procedures without the need for extensive suturing. The surgeon only needs to make a small incision, typically ranging from 8-13 millimeters, on the patient's skin or even as small as a fingertip. This is not possible in traditional open surgeries, where larger incisions are necessary to provide adequate visibility and accommodate surgical instruments. These smaller incisions provide a pathway for a single camera and a set of slender, articulated instruments used for the surgery. The da Vinci camera provides a magnified 3D view that is ten times larger than normal, allowing the surgeon to see details more clearly, akin to observing a large-sized coin compared to a rice grain. This enables the surgeon to perform highly precise and accurate surgery with minimal room for error under the control of the robotic-assisted surgical system.
Regarding testicular cancer surgery, the robotic arms can dissect without damaging the nerves responsible for urinary control and sexual function. This increases the chances of preserving the patient's ability to control urination and maintain sexual functionality, similar to their condition before the surgery.
Once the surgery is successfully completed, the surgeon will use tiny stitches to close the small incisions. The patient will then be transferred to a recovery room, where they will remain until they feel comfortable. Generally, the expected hospital stay after surgery is around four nights, provided there are no complications or underlying conditions.
For further information, please contact the Testicular Cancer Surgery Center at 1645, press 1, extension 7770, or 7771.
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