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Clinical Evidence

The science is clear: da Vinci Prostatectomy is the #1 choice for treatment of localized prostate cancer in the United States.

In this section, you will find out why.

da Vinci Prostatectomy has been practiced by many surgeons all over the world. The experiences and results of these surgeons have been widely published in peer-reviewed scientific literature.

You can review clinical articles that support the clinical efficacy of da Vinci Surgery, as well as view side-by-side comparisons of da Vinci Surgery versus other treatment options.

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 doctor 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. All persons depicted are models unless otherwise noted. © 2012 Intuitive Surgical. All rights reserved. Intuitive, Intuitive Surgical, da Vinci, da Vinci S, da Vinci Si, Single-Site,  InSite, TilePro and EndoWrist are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intuitive Surgical. All other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Should I Consider da Vinci Surgery?

To determine if you may be a candidate for da Vinci Surgery, and to ensure you get the information you need from a consultation with your physician, we have put together a brief questionnaire that you can take into your doctor’s appointment with you.

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