Bladder cancer is a serious disease that can significantly affect patients’ quality of life. It is one of the most common types of urinary tract cancer and occurs more frequently in men, especially in people with a history of smoking.
The main symptoms include hematuria (presence of blood in the urine) and frequency, which makes early diagnosis of vital importance.
Surgery
The most important therapeutic method for treating the invasive bladder cancer is the surgical removal of the affected bladder, which is called radical cystomy, and can be performed either by the conventional open surgery or with minimally invasive surgery, such as robotic cystectomy. The latest technique is the most up -to -date and effective technique applied to Athens Medical Center and which utilizes the most advanced robotic technology to remove bladder and restore urinary tract function.
The importance of integrated treatment
The appearance of invasive bladder cancer is a complex condition and requires a combination of medical groups to achieve optimal treatment. Thorough analysis of the disease data by the specialized urologist, in collaboration with the specialized oncologist and radiologists, leads to extremely oncological results while maintaining the quality of life of the patient.
Benefits of Robotics Cystectomy
The use robotic technology Cystectomy offers multiple advantages compared to traditional open surgery:
- Smaller incision, reducing surgical trauma and duration of hospitalization.
- Less blood loss, reducing the risk of transfusion.
- Minimum postoperative pain and faster recovery.
- Reduced risk of infections and other complications, such as adhesions and lymphocytes.
Restoration of urination: neocyst or urinary conductor
One of the most important stages of radical cystectomy is the restoration of urinary tract function. There are two main techniques:
- Creating a section of the bowel, which allows the patient to urinate normally through the urethra, restoring the normal urination.
- Urinary tract diversion, where urine is collected in an external sewer system.
The appropriate method is selected personalized, depending on the characteristics of the patient and his general health.
Robotic cystectomy is the most modern, effective and safe approach to the treatment of bladder cancer. Offering a little invasive technique, faster recovery and better oncological effect, this method greatly improves the quality of life of patients.
To Athens Medical Centera specialized group of surgeons apply the Robotic cystectomy with excellent results. Thanks to the most advanced robotic equipmentsuch as Robotic system Davinci xiwhich offers three -dimensional imaging and accurate handling, ensured that the maximum accuracy during surgery.
Writes Dr. Christos KomninosSurgeon – Urologist – Andrologist, Director of Robotic and Advanced Surgery and Andrology Center, Athens Medical Center
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