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In our Minimally Invasive Urologic Surgery Program, we combine our surgeons' expertise and skill with the unmatched precision and steadiness of a robot. With these minimally invasive urologic surgery techniques, people experience similar or better surgical outcomes compared to open surgery. With our techniques, you also experience smaller incisions, less pain and minimal scarring.

Types of Minimally Invasive Urologic Surgery

We provide the full range of minimally invasive and robotic urology procedures, including:

  • Cryotherapy: This robotic prostate surgery destroys cancer cells by rapidly freezing and thawing them. Learn more about cryotherapy for prostate cancer.
  • Endourology (laparoscopic urology surgery): This specialized area of urology uses tiny cameras to perform surgery inside the urinary tract. We guide endoscopic instruments through the urethra (tube where urine exits the body) with the assistance of these cameras. With these procedures, doctors can treat stones and tumors in the urinary system. Read more about our Kidney and Bladder Stone Program.
  • Robotic cystectomy: Robotic cystectomy treats invasive bladder cancer (cancer that has spread beyond the inner lining of the bladder). This specialized procedure provides similar outcomes to open surgery with less pain, bleeding and scarring.
  • Robotic partial nephrectomy: This robotic kidney removal surgery removes kidney tumors while sparing healthy kidney tissue. This is the standard approach for most patients considering partial nephrectomy. Learn more about robotic partial nephrectomy.
  • Robotic pelvic floor reconstruction: This minimally invasive surgery treats pelvic organ prolapse (when the pelvic organs shift out of place). Learn more about how we perform robotic sacrocolpopexy.
  • Robotic prostatectomy: This robotic surgery is one of the most innovative treatments for prostate cancer. During it, our surgeons control steady robotic arms and special cameras to remove the prostate through keyhole-sized incisions. Find out more about robotic prostatectomy.
  • Robotic pyeloplasty: One of the most common reconstructive surgeries on the kidney, this surgery removes blockages at the ureteropelvic junction (UPJ). The UPJ is where the kidney meets the ureter (tube that connects the kidneys to the bladder). At Penn, we use robotic technology whenever possible to reconstruct the urinary tract. Learn more about robotic pyeloplasty.
  • Vasectomy: A vasectomy is a form of male sterilization, or permanent contraception. Our experts at Penn perform hundreds of vasectomies annually in a minimally invasive and comfortable setting. Learn more about our vasectomy techniques.

Robotic Urology Surgery: The Penn Medicine Advantage

At Penn, our skilled surgeons put your well-being first. By using laparoscopic and robotic techniques, we match or exceed the outcomes of traditional open surgery. Our methods provide you with a faster recovery and lower risk of complications. Our program also includes:

  • National expertise: Penn is among the largest and growing robotic surgical programs in the U.S. Currently our doctors have access to eight da Vinci systems equipped to perform all types of urologic and prostate surgeries. With our highly active program, you can be assured your surgeon has the highest level of skill and experience.
  • Skilled surgeons: Our expert, specially trained urologists perform all our minimally invasive surgeries. They have completed the highest level of training in their field and specialize in performing these procedures. They also produce scientific literature guiding the field and teach surgeons across the world how to excel at robotic surgery. Meet our minimally invasive urologic surgery specialists.
  • Leading technology: Our surgeons use detailed magnification in delicate and intricate procedures. The quality of the images and precise movement of the surgical arms gives the surgeon special focus and a complete picture. The result is surgery with tinier incisions with exceptional precision.

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Urologic Surgeries and Procedures

Cryotherapy for Prostate Cancer

Cryotherapy for prostate cancer destroys tumors without radiation or surgery. Our experts are highly experienced in prostate cryotherapy.

Robotic Cystectomy

Robotic cystectomy is bladder removal surgery that's minimally invasive with similar cure rates to open surgery, but patients experience faster recoveries.

Robotic Partial Nephrectomy

Robotic partial nephrectomy is kidney-sparing cancer surgery. Our surgeons are experts in this surgery, which removes tumors and preserves kidney function.

Robotic Pelvic Floor Reconstruction

Robotic pelvic floor reconstruction is a minimally invasive surgery for pelvic organ prolapse. This surgery uses small incisions for a faster recovery.

Robotic Prostatectomy

Robotic prostatectomy is minimally invasive prostate cancer surgery. You experience less pain and downtime with robotic prostate surgery.

Robotic Pyeloplasty

When a ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction is blocking urine flow, a robotic pyeloplasty can be performed to remove blockage.

Vasectomy

Vasectomy is an outpatient procedure that cuts the vas deferens to cause male sterilization and ultimately prevent pregnancy.

Post Op Virtual Visit

For patients who are scheduled for a low-risk genitourinary surgical procedure, Penn offers follow up virtual visits so you don't have to travel and can continue healing at home. Learn if you are eligible to schedule a virtual visit.

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