Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery. “Minimally invasive” means that instead of operating on patients through large incisions miniaturized surgical instruments that fit through a series of quarter-inch incisions are used. Robotic surgery involves using a computer that remotely controls very small instruments attached to a robot. This procedure is done under general anaesthetic. Instruments that are attached to the robotic arms are inserted through the small cuts in the body, such as in the abdomen and the surgeon directs the movements of the robot from a nearby computer station. The robot matches the surgeon’s hand movements to perform the procedure. An endoscope (a thin tube with a camera attached) allows the surgeon to view highly magnified three-dimensional images of the required site. This surgery is similar to laparoscopic (‘keyhole’) or endoscopic surgery, but the movements possible are smaller and more precise. Robotic instruments can also access hard to reach areas of the body more easily through smaller incisions compared to traditional open and laparoscopic surgery. Robotic surgery may be used for a range of procedures, such as: coronary artery bypass and mitral valve repair; and removal of the kidney, gallbladder or uterus.
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Dr McKay is committed to providing you with the latest safe, minimally-invasive surgical techniques, including endoscopic surgery, and transanal endoscopic . . .
Dr Nari Ahmadi is a urological surgeon with expertise in robotic cancer surgery. . . .
Urologist and Robotic Surgeon operating at Sydney Adventist, Norwest Private, Hornsby and Mater Hospitals . . .
Robotic Surgery, Kidney Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Focal Therapy, Laser Surgery, Stone Surgery, Men’s Health. . . . .
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Managing all urological problems.
Special interest in the treatment of stone disease, voiding dysfunction & uro-oncology . . .
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Laparoscopy, Endourology, Oncology, Prostate Cancer, Urolithiasis . . .
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General Urology; Benign Prostate including Laser & Urolift;
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