The #1 surgery choice of US physicians for localized prostate cancer* is now available at Decatur Memorial Hospital using the unmatched precision of the da Vinci® Robotic Surgery System. This minimally invasive, robotic assisted surgery, called Prostatectomy, removes the cancerous prostate gland.

The potential benefits of the da Vinci® Prostatectomy are:

• Effective Cancer Treatment:
  Studies have shown that experienced surgeons have achieved excellent results in removing prostate cancer without leaving cancer cells behind.
• Improved and Early Return of Bladder Control:
  Studies have shown that most patients have a faster return of urinary control.
• Minimally Invasive Surgery:
  The da Vinci® System enables surgeons to perform even the most complex and delicate procedures through very small incisions with unmatched precision.
• Additional patient benefits may include:
  • Significantly less pain
  • Less blood loss
  • Less scarring
  • Shorter recovery time
  • A faster return to normal daily activities

  For more information, contact the DMH Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery at 217-876-2558.