Robotic Surgery
Robotic Surgery
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State-of-the-art technology benefits patients
Bayfront Health Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda are proud to offer patients the latest technology and advanced treatment options. Robotic surgery provides a safe, minimally invasive approach to surgery that allows surgeons to perform complex surgical procedures through small incisions. For patients, robotic surgery offers:
- Less pain and scarring
- Lower risk of infection
- Shorter hospital stays
- Quicker recovery
How robotic surgery works
Robotic surgery is similar to laparoscopic techniques, in which small incisions are made near the surgical treatment area. From a console in the operating room, the surgeon remotely manipulates surgical instruments, which are attached to robotic arms, to perform surgery through the incisions. A powerful camera provides magnified, 3-D images to provide clear details of the surgical area. Robotic technology gives surgeons enhanced dexterity, precision and range of motion.
da Vinci® Si™ Surgical System
Bayfront Health Punta Gorda’s surgeons are specially trained on the state-of-the-art da Vinci® Si™ Surgical System. Our surgeons can perform a variety of robotic-assisted procedures, including:
- Colorectal surgery
- General surgery
- Gynecological surgery, including hysterectomy and fibroid surgery (myomectomy)
- Thyroid surgery
- Urologic surgery, including prostatectomy
da Vinci® Frequently Asked Questions
RIO® Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System
MAKOplasty® partial knee replacement can offer a minimally invasive option to treat knee pain associated with early to mid-stage osteoarthritis. Bayfront Health Port Charlotte's orthopedic surgeons use the RIO® Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System to resurface the diseased portion of the knee, sparing the patient’s healthy bone and surrounding tissue. This technique offers patients a more natural knee motion.
MAKOplasty® can also be used for hip replacement. In this technique, surgeons are able prepare the hip socket for a more exact implant alignment, reducing complications such as excessive wear on the joint, unequal leg length or dislocation.
