Research finds that minimally invasive robotic bypass surgery provides health benefits
Wednesday, April 30, 2008 - 13:47
in Health & Medicine
Minimally invasive heart bypass surgery using a DaVinci robot means a shorter hospital stay and faster recovery for patients, as well as fewer complications and a better chance that the new bypass vessels will stay open. And, according to a University of Maryland study, robotic heart bypass surgery also makes good economic sense for hospitals...
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