Improving outcomes with robotic surgery
The benefits of robotic endoscopic cardiac surgery-for both patient and physician-are profound. Perhaps the most notable is improved repair, which may reduce the need for replacements (such a mitral valve) or long-term medication therapies. Because the procedure takes place inside the patient, there is:
- Less overall trauma to the body.
- Less collateral damage to healthy tissue.
- Less post-operative pain and discomfort.
- Reduced blood loss and need for transfusion.
Patients undergoing robotic-assisted surgery:
- Experience fewer post-operative complications, including reduced risk of infection. Leave the hospital sooner.
- Have significantly less scarring.
- Can return to daily activities much faster-days instead of weeks.
For more information about robotic surgery, call 1-866-SJ-ROBOT (1-866-757-6268).
For more information about Saint Joseph's Center for Heart & Vascular Care, call 404-851-5111.
