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Large uterus for Da Vinci?
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07-23-2009, 03:48 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 18
Hysterectomy: June 28th, 2010
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Large uterus for Da Vinci?
Hello Sisters!
Quick question for those of you who have had Da Vinci ... how large can you go? My uterus is 18 weeks, 15 x 14 x 9 cm with several large serous fibroids.
I can travel for the Da Vinci doc but can they handle a large uterus?
Thanks!!
lizzy
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07-23-2009, 04:21 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 33
Hysterectomy: August 5th, 2009
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: Large uterus for Da Vinci?
Lizzydarcy,
Although I've not yet had the daVinci performed, my experience was my first doctor indicated my fibroid(s) too large for LAVH or RALH (but he didn't do RALH's and, frankly, thought the procedure was more of a sideshow than anything). I saw a doctor credentialled in the daVinci technique and she poo-poo'ed the first doctor and said, "no problem - you're an excellent candidate!" A lot seems to have to do with one's physical size (slender is better than not) rather than the size of the uterus/fibroid.
I think if you look hard enough, you'll likely find a surgeon that will meet your needs. The most important thing, IMHO, is not necessarily the technique the surgeon may employ (there's always the possibility of having to convert to an open abdominal) but your comfort level with the surgeon; after all, that individual will be holding your life in his/her hands during the surgery.
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07-23-2009, 04:56 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 18
Hysterectomy: June 28th, 2010
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: Large uterus for Da Vinci?
Thank you Tammy, and best of luck with your surgery!
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07-23-2009, 09:31 PM
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Posts: 11,663
Hysterectomy: November 24th, 2008
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: Large uterus for Da Vinci?
LizzyDarcy
My recommendation is to make sure you get checked out by a daVinci surgeon. Those not trained in the procedure don't know the specifications. I don't know exact sizes.
Also there are other considerations as well (have you had other surgeries where there could be scar tissues, for example).
It's always worth getting a second opinion, in my opinion.
G.
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07-24-2009, 07:21 AM
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Posts: 18
Hysterectomy: June 28th, 2010
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: Large uterus for Da Vinci?
Thanks G ... just made the appointment for the Da Vinci doc!
I found this right here on the HS site under "Hysterectomy Options" and am very encouraged ...
Description of procedure: The surgeon uses da Vinci® surgical equipment to remove uterus, tubes, ovaries, lymph nodes (as indicated by medical need) through 5 small incisions: one directly above/below navel, two on right, two on left. This is an excellent option for you if you have access to a practiced da Vinci surgeon. Patient's weight, diagnosis, size of uterus does not seem to alter possibility of this surgery option.
I hope things are going well for you ... big HUGS HUGS HUGS right back!
Lizzy
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07-24-2009, 02:33 PM
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Posts: 11,663
Hysterectomy: November 24th, 2008
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: Large uterus for Da Vinci?
Lizzydarcy -
Most excellent!
My first dr. told me I couldn't have a daVinci because of cancer diagnosis. He didn't do the procedure and I found out just in the nick of time that this wasn't / isn't true.
Come to the patient story chat next week. I'll be telling my story and we'll have daVinci representatives there to answer questions. There's some links to the agenda and also a thread so we can get an idea in advance of questions sisters are interested in hearing about.
Good luck with your appointment.
G.
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07-24-2009, 05:41 PM
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HysterSister
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Posts: 18
Hysterectomy: June 28th, 2010
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: Large uterus for Da Vinci?
G. - are you talking about the chat on July 29? I've put it on my calendar. Look forward to hearing your story and learning more.
I think the biggest thing I've learned so far is not to put down your head and just get through it (which is my normal coping style), but to keep it up and looking around and be smart about next steps. So thank you for your encouragement, it means a lot to me!
Thanks, friend!
lizzy
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07-24-2009, 05:55 PM
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Posts: 11,663
Hysterectomy: November 24th, 2008
Surgery Type: DvH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Re: Large uterus for Da Vinci?
Yep that's the one.
See you there.
G.
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07-27-2009, 09:55 AM
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Re: Large uterus for Da Vinci?
Thanks for this info. I am hoping to have my surgery done using Da Vincie. I was really hoping to hear more on the Da Vinci method on the 29th but will be unable. Do you know whether they will have a transript available after?
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07-30-2009, 08:32 PM
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Posts: 5,642
Hysterectomy: December 26th, 2008
Surgery Type: TVH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Re: Large uterus for Da Vinci?
If anyone is interested in seeing the transcript from our da Vinci chat program, you can find a link to it at https://www.hystersisters.com/vb2/view_chatevent.htm.
I hope it provides you with some additional information on this option.
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