Minimally Invasive Women's Surgery

Minimally Invasive Robot-Assisted Surgery for Women in Denver

Sky Ridge Features the da Vinci^® Robotic Surgical System for Gynecologic Hysterectomy, Sacrocolpopexy & Myomectomy

Sky Ridge hospital is one of only a few in the state using the da Vinci system for robot-assisted procedures on women. Our specially trained robotic surgeons perform the following minimally invasive procedures:

• Hysterectomy
  • Removal of the uterus or womb to treat cancer, uterine fibroids, endometriosis and other women's health conditions
• Sacrocolpopexy
  
  • Procedure to insert a piece of mesh to hold the vagina and uterus in place; treatment for vaginal prolapse and uterine prolapse
  • Can be performed directly following a robotic hysterectomy; saving time and eliminating the risks associated with two surgeries
• Myomectomy
  • Removal of uterine fibroids

Advantages of Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery

Robot-assisted surgery is the most advanced type of minimally invasive surgery available. Compared to open or traditional surgery, robotic surgery offers many advantages, including:

• Smaller incisions
• Less blood loss
• Less pain
• Reduced risk of infection
• Shorter hospital stay
• Quicker recovery & return to regular activity
• Less scarring

More about Robot-Assisted Surgery for Women

• Read Lisa Beckman's story of choosing robotic surgery for her hysterectomy and sacrocolpopexy>>
• Read the da Vinci Patient Education Brochure about Surgery for Gynecologic Conditions>>
• Read Stories and Watch Videos from Women who have had da Vinci Surgery>>

Not all patients are candidates for robotic-assisted surgery. To find out if you may be a candidate for this revolutionary surgery, please talk to your doctor about da Vinci Robotic Surgery options.

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