da Vinci Surgery System
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da Vinci ® Mitral Valve Repair
While surgery is generally the most effective way to treat disorders of the heart, lungs and esophagus, traditional open surgery has a number of inherent drawbacks caused primarily by making a large incision, splitting of the breastbone and spreading the ribs to access the thoracic space. In addition to an 8 to 10” scar down the center of your chest, splitting of the breastbone leads to a lengthy recovery time of eight to twelve weeks as well as a prolonged delay before you will return to normal daily activities.
The da Vinci Surgical System®, providing surgeons and patients with what may be the most effective, least invasive treatment alternative for even the most complex cardiothoracic procedures such as mitral valve repair.
Benefits to the Patient
Among the benefits of da Vinci cardiothoracic surgery are:
- Reduced risk of infection.
- Less blood loss and need for blood transfusions.
- Shorter hospital stay.
- Less pain and scarring,
- Faster recovery.
- Quicker return to normal activities.
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Author: Intuitive Surgical ®
Last Updated: December 2007