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Robotic surgery- What to Know!

Robotic surgery has become adopted by hospitals in the United States and Europe for a wide array of conditions. The procedure commonly utilizes a camera arm along with mechanical arms with surgical tools attached to them. The surgeon is in full control of the arms while operating and monitors a high definition, magnified 3-dimensional view of the surgical site.

Advantages:
Enhances precision, provides flexibility, and gives surgeon better control
Creates a better point of view during surgery
Minimally invasive, meaning fewer complications

Risks:
There are risks similar to conventional open surgery, such as infection and injuring surrounding structures

Our physicians are professionally trained to utilize this leading edge technology and can offer patients this advanced method of surgery.

Why Choose Robotic Surgery | Marin General Hospital Dr. Yu’s superior expertise in robotic surgery for urological cancers is an asset to the Marin Urology Center and to the Marin healthcare community at large....

Hiatal Hernias
A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach bulges through the large muscle separating the abdomen and chest. The diaphragm muscle allows your esophagus (food tube) to pass through a small opening before connecting to the stomach. Usually this type of hernia does not cause problems.

However it is still possible if you are having these symptoms: heartburn, regurgitation of food or liquids into the mouth, acid reflux, difficulty swallowing, chest or abdominal pain, shortness of breath, vomiting of blood or passing of black stools, which may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding.

Hiatal hernias can be related to age-dependent changes in the diaphragm, injury to the area, and persistent/intense pressure on the surrounding muscles.
Other risk factors are common in people who are over 50 years old and who are obese.

Check out this video from PreOp Patient Engagement to learn more!

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Warning signs of Hernias
It is important to seek out medical treatment if you are experiencing symptoms such as, nausea, vomiting, fevers, or chills. Do not ignore any pain you may be feeling because there is no way to know if it could be life-threatening. Hernias are bulges in the abdomen and they can grow in size, therefore if you notice a bulge getting larger it is imperative to seek medical attention. Finally, hernias can be pushed in and out of the abdomen, which is referred to as reducible. If you suspect that you have any combination of these symptoms then the best course of action is to speak with your physician.

Check out the link below to learn more!

Hernias 101: What You Need to Know Hernias can happen to anyone and are sometimes dangerous. Knowing the symptoms and understanding your risk can help you get the help you need, when you need it.