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Minimally Invasive Robot-Assisted Surgery for Women in Denver

Sky Ridge Features the da Vinci® Robotic Surgical System for Gynecologic Hysterectomy, Sacrocolpopexy & Myomectomy

Sky Ridge hospital is one of only a few in the state using the da Vinci system for robot-assisted procedures on women. Our specially trained robotic surgeons perform the following minimally invasive procedures:

  • Hysterectomy
    • Removal of the uterus or womb to treat cancer, uterine fibroids, endometriosis and other women's health conditions
  • Sacrocolpopexy
    • Procedure to insert a piece of mesh to hold the vagina and uterus in place; treatment for vaginal prolapse and uterine prolapse
    • Can be performed directly following a robotic hysterectomy; saving time and eliminating the risks associated with two surgeries
  • Myomectomy
    • Removal of uterine fibroids

Advantages of Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery

Robot-assisted surgery is the most advanced type of minimally invasive surgery available. Compared to open or traditional surgery, robotic surgery offers many advantages, including:

  • Smaller incisions
  • Less blood loss
  • Less pain
  • Reduced risk of infection
  • Shorter hospital stay
  • Quicker recovery & return to regular activity
  • Less scarring

More about Robot-Assisted Surgery for Women

Not all patients are candidates for robotic-assisted surgery. To find out if you may be a candidate for this revolutionary surgery, please talk to your doctor about da Vinci Robotic Surgery options.

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Patient Testimonnials

"I expected to have a lot of pain, and I hardly had any. I was up and around right away*." Read Lisa's Full Story>>
-Lisa Beckman, 51, Robotic Hysterectomy & Sacrocolpopexy Patient

"After much consultation with my doctor, I decided to have the surgery; it was the best thing I could have done. This procedure was so much easier than I ever imagined a hysterectomy could be*." Read Nancy's Full Story>>
-Nancy H., 47, Robotic Hysterectomy Patient
*Individual results may vary

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Did You Know?

  • >1 in 3 women has a hysterectomy by age 60; making it one of the most common female surgeries in the US.
  • >Fibroids and uterine prolapse are 2 of the most common reasons for hysterectomies.
  • >Sky Ridge doctors suggest hysterectomy as a last resort, offering robotic myomectomy (removal of fibroids) and sacrocolpopexy (insertion of a mesh support for prolapse) whenever possible.