Robotic Assisted Laparoscopic Surgery for Infertility

Robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery for infertility makes it possible to correct specific issues that may be impacting fertility through a minimally invasive procedure.

REPRODUCTIVE SURGERIES PERFORMED USING A ROBOTIC-ASSISTED LAPAROSCOPIC TECHNIQUE

Reproductive surgeons trained in the robotic approach use their own hands and skill set to control the instruments in the robotic arms. Seated at a console, the surgeon is afforded a magnified 3D, high definition view, while utilizing the full range of motion capabilities and precision of the robotic component. This combination makes it possible to perform more complex surgeries through a series of less-invasive, small incisions.

ROBOTIC-ASSISTED LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY MAY BE RECOMMENDED FOR THE FOLLOWING:

• Myomectomy – removal of uterine fibroids may be done in place of hysterectomy in women who wish to retain their child-bearing ability. Robotic-assisted myomectomy allows the surgeon to remove larger, heavier myomas that may have required open surgery in the past
• Ovarian cystectomy – the goal of this procedure is to surgically remove a cyst or tumor from the ovary while preserving the ovary. Ovarian cysts may lead to infertility by interfering with ovulation
• Lysis of adhesions – scar tissue and adhesions that occur as a result of previous pelvic surgeries or infections. Fibrous bands of tissue attach themselves to surrounding structures resulting in decreased fertility and pelvic pain
• Tubal reanastomosis – robotic-assisted tubal ligation reversal may be performed to reconnect fallopian tubes that have been separated or “tied” in a previous elective sterilization procedure

SOME ADVANTAGES OF ROBOTIC-ASSISTED LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY:

• Substantially less painful than an open procedure
• Reduced blood loss
• Shorter hospitalization
• More rapid recovery
• Less chance of infection or other post-surgical complications

The success of robotic surgery is based on a number of factors including the complexity of the procedure, the skill of the surgeon and the size and location of the tumor. Our physicians are certified in robotic surgery and have extensive experience in a wide-range of robotic-assisted reproductive laparoscopic surgery options.