Robot-assisted Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy (popularly known as da Vinci Robotic Surgery) is one of the major advances in surgery. This minimally invasive procedure is employed for complex, intricate surgery required in urological problems such as prostatectomy, or removal of the prostate gland in prostate cancer.
Robot-assisted LRP allows for greater surgical precision, minimising damage to surrounding tissues and nerves.
The key benefit of robotic-assisted LRP is that the patient recovers faster. The patient need only stay in hospital for 2-3 days and return to work within 2 weeks compared to 4-5 days and a month respectively in conventional surgery. There is less loss of blood and the small wound incisions also result in less pain and lower risk of complications.
There are usually no symptoms in the early stages of prostate cancer. In the more advanced stages, symptoms may include :
- Frequent urination (especially at night)
- Weak urinary stream or inability to urinate
- Interruption of urinary stream (stopping and starting)
- Pain or burning on urination
- Blood in the urine
Urology Centre, Singapore General Hospital (SGH)
Largest Centre in Asia
We are the largest centre in Asia, in terms of patient numbers. Since October 2005, we have performed more than 150 robot-assisted LRP procedures. This number represents the largest number of operations performed in an Asian centre. We currently perform 3 to 4 cases a week.
Pioneer in Asia
The SGH Urology Centre is the first in Asia to provide robot-assisted LRP for surgical treatment of prostate cancer.
International Training and Experience
Our urologists have undergone intensive training in the United States and Europe.
Dedicated Centre
The SGH Urology Centre is the largest dedicated centre for urology in Asia. This enables the surgeons to work seamlessly with nursing and other support staff to ensure optimal care for patients.
For enquiries and appointments, please contact:
 Singapore General Hospital
International Medical Service
Tel: (65) 6326 5656 Fax: (65) 6326 5900
Email: ims@singhealth.com.sg
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