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Clinical Evidence – Colectomy

The following selected publications support the clinical efficacy of da Vinci® Colectomy for both benign and malignant bowel conditions including diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and colon cancer.

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Jayne, David. Robotics: Right Colon. Seminars in Colon and Rectal Surgery. Volume 20 Issue 4. December 2009. Pages 166-172. Full text

Spinoglio G, Summa M, Priora F, Quarati R, Testa S. Robotic colorectal surgery: first 50 cases experience. Dis Colon Rectum. 2008 Nov;51(11):1627-32. Epub 2008 May 17. Full text

Luca F, Cenciarelli S, Valvo M, Pozzi S, Faso FL, Ravizza D, Zampino G, Sonzogni A, Biffi R. Full robotic left colon and rectal cancer resection: technique and early outcome. Ann Surg Oncol. 2009 May;16(5):1274-8. Epub 2009 Feb 26. Full text

While clinical studies support the effectiveness of the da Vinci Surgical System when used in minimally invasive surgery, individual results may vary. There are no guarantees of outcome. All surgeries involve the risk of major complications. Before you decide on surgery, discuss treatment options with your doctor. Understanding the risks of each treatment can help you make the best decision for your individual situation. Surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System may not be appropriate for every individual; it may not be applicable to your condition. Always ask your doctor about all treatment options, as well as their risks and benefits. Only your doctor can determine whether da Vinci Surgery is appropriate for your situation. The clinical information and opinions, including any inaccuracies expressed in this material by patients or doctors about da Vinci Surgery, are not necessarily those of Intuitive Surgical, Inc. and should not be considered as substitute for medical advice provided by your doctor. © 2010 Intuitive Surgical. All rights reserved.

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