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da Vinci® Nephrectomy (dVN) / Partial Nephrectomy (dVPN)

da Vinci Nephrectomy incorporates the best techniques of open nephrectomy and applies them to a robotic-assisted, laparoscopic approach. The unsurpassed visualization, precision, dexterity and control provided by the da Vinci System offer potential for:

  • More efficient identification of target anatomy, anatomical boundaries and abnormal anatomy
  • Meticulous dissection of the renal hilum and adjacent structures
  • More accurate vessel ligation and ureteral transection
  • Greater surgeon comfort and a shorter learning curve as compared to conventional laparoscopy

da Vinci Partial Nephrectomy represents a safe, effective approach to laparoscopic nephron-sparing surgery that offers the potential for improved clinical outcomes. In addition to the potential benefits of da Vinci Nephrectomy, da Vinci Partial Nephrectomy may allow:

  • Enhanced1 renal mass dissection and excision2
  • Easier,3 more precise4 intracorporeal suturing for renal reconstruction, which facilitates procedure completion within acceptable warm ischemia times5
  • Real-time intraoperative ultrasound guidance and auxiliary video input display (PACS, computer monitors, vitals and other modalities) using TilePro™ multi-image display

For most patients, da Vinci Nephrectomy and Partial Nephrectomy may offer substantially less pain and a much shorter recovery than traditional procedures. Other advantages include reduced need for blood transfusions, less scarring and less risk of infection. Moreover, studies suggest that both procedures may offer more efficient identification of target anatomy, anatomical boundaries and abnormal anatomy.

The potential benefits of da Vinci Nephrectomy and Partial Nephrectomy are driving a rapid adoption of this procedure. To learn how to provide your patients with the potential benefits of da Vinci Surgery, please speak with your Intuitive Surgical representative or contact us.

  1. Kaul, Menon. Robotics in laparoscopic urology. Minim Invasive Ther Allied Technol. 2005;14(2):66
  2. Phillips CK, Taneja SS, Stifelman MD. Robot-assisted laparoscopic partial nephrectomy: the NYU technique. J Endourol. 2005 May;19(4):441-5;444
  3. Kaul S, Laungani R, Sarle R, Stricker H, Peabody J, Littleton R, Menon M. da Vinci-assisted robotic partial nephrectomy: technique and results at a mean of 15 months of follow-up.Eur Urol. 2007 Jan;51(1):186-91; discussion 191-2. Epub 2006 Jun 21;5
  4. Klingler DW, Hemstreet GP, Balaji KC. Urology. 2005 Jun;65(6):1089
  5. Kaul S et al. da Vinci-assisted robotic partial nephrectomy.