dVH/RALH: daVinci scheduled Dec 7th - questions :)

Hello, I am having the daVinci procedure done next Tuesday. I am a little nervous but I have heard good things about this surgery. I will also be thankful to have this problem over with. I had my pre op appt today and my doctor suggested having my fallopian tubes removed along with my uterus and cervix. I am keeping my ovaries. She said there is new research that ovarian cancer may start in the f. tubes. It seems like a good idea. Are there any dangers to this? Are your ovaries ok without tubes and the uterus? I didn't think to ask all these questions today. Has anyone had this done and have any thoughts for me? I would very much appreciate it. Thanks so much! Michelle

I'm new here whatis a davinci?

laurier,

I have read good things about the da Vinci also.

We are having our surgery the same day.

I think you will really find comfort in using this site, and meet some very nice ladies.

evie

Having the Da Vinci done on the 7th of Dec. also. This site has been wonderful. There is a video on the proceedure, I think it is on the Da Vinci site.

Yes, that is correct, the new trend is to remove the fallopian tubes to dramatically reduce the risk of ovarian cancer. From what I understand, they are doing this in europe, but it's not standard procedure in the US yet. I do not have any data on this, it would be worth researching. What I imagine is positive though, is that the removal of the tubes eliminates the problem of fallen tubes, which can occur post hyster.

I just had my pre op appointment today as well. Now I really am curious about Fallopian tubes.

Thanks girls! Good luck to those of you having the surgery tomorrow. I am sure we will do fine. Thanks for the information.

I am having a daVinci surgery on Dec. 15, my doctor said the same thing and will be doing the same, removing uterus, cervix and fallopian tubes.

I'm having the daVinci on 12/27, but dr is taking ovaries, tubes and all due to adenosarcoma cancer. I'm curious and nervous! about the reality of the post-op recovery issues. Keep us posted on your experience please.

I'm having the Davinci tomorrow too! (12/7) Total hyst + BSO. Good luck to you all! It will be good to check in when we get home and see how we all did.