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Treatment Options
A wide variety of conditions, both cancerous and non-cancerous, can affect a person's gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Some of those conditions include:
- Gallbladder Disease & Stones
- Stomach Cancer
- Pancreatic Disease (Pancreatitis & Cancer)
- Obesity
- Achalasia (swallowing disorder)
When medication, lifestyle changes and other non-surgical treatments cannot relieve symptoms, surgery is the accepted treatment for a wide range of GI conditions.
No matter how routine the procedure, surgery can be a scary proposition for a patient. Learning as much as you can about your surgical options and finding the right doctor can ease the anxiety you may be feeling about surgery and help you to make the best treatment choice.
While clinical studies support the effectiveness of the da Vinci® System when used in minimally invasive surgery, individual results may vary. Surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System may not be appropriate for every individual. Always ask your doctor about all treatment options, as well as their risks and benefits.