When considering surgical treatment options, many patients have concerns about safety. In particular, patients question whether da Vinci Surgery is as safe as traditional methods.

In fact, the da Vinci Surgical System has been used successfully in tens of thousands of minimally invasive procedures worldwide. In addition, da Vinci offers multiple, redundant safety features, which make the most effective, least invasive approach potentially as safe as traditional surgical methods.

First and foremost, the da Vinci System cannot be programmed, nor can it make decisions on its own. Instead, the da Vinci System requires that every surgical maneuver be performed with direct input from your surgeon. Some of the da Vinci robotic surgery benefits for patients include the following. 

• Shorter recovery time
• A faster return to normal daily activities
• Less pain
• Less blood loss
• Less scarring
• Possibly improved clinical outcomes

Discuss any concerns with your physician/surgeon about safety issues or outcomes.

Read about how the da Vinci Surgical System works.