Da Vinci Colorectal Surgery

Transform colorectal surgery with da Vinci colectomy, rectopexy, and other colorectal procedures.

Advancing what’s possible in colon and rectal da Vinci surgery

Whether it’s minor or major surgery, planned in advance or due to an emergency, colorectal surgery demands precision. Da Vinci surgical systems are designed to meet the challenge. With da Vinci 5, enhanced precision, improved visualization, and greater surgeon autonomy¹ come together to expand what’s possible in minimally invasive colorectal surgery.

See how the crystal clear 3D vision and precision of da Vinci systems enable surgeons to offer a minimally invasive alternative to traditional surgical options for their patients.

Right colectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis

Watch Dr. Mark Soliman demonstrate his intracorporeal anastomosis technique using the wristed da Vinci SureForm 45 stapler during a right colectomy.

Jul 08, 2022 | 00:02:24

Right colectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis

Watch Dr. Mark Soliman demonstrate his intracorporeal anastomosis technique using the wristed da Vinci SureForm 45 stapler during a right colectomy.

Jul 08, 2022 | 00:02:24
Sigmoidectomy with Dr. Amanda McClure

See how Dr. Amanda McClure performs a da Vinci sigmoidectomy procedure.

Mar 16, 2026 | 00:29:42
Da Vinci Vessel Sealer Extend in colorectal LAR

Watch Dr. Niels Thomassen use da Vinci Xi with Vessel Sealer Extend for vascular control in a colorectal LAR procedure.

Jul 26, 2018 | 00:01:25

Learn from your colorectal surgery peers

View our webinars for peer-to-peer learning dedicated to supporting colorectal surgeons in pursuit of excellence throughout their careers. Hear directly from surgeons about their experiences with da Vinci 5 and da Vinci Single Port (SP). And learn how they use our advanced technology, professional education, and program optimization services to promote excellence in patient care.

Topics include colorectal procedure deep dives, tips on surgical technique, and the latest advances made possible by da Vinci 5 & SP. Find out how you can expand your practice by leveraging our da Vinci portfolio versatility. See what’s new with oncological outcomes or join a symposium about robotic surgery program growth and efficiencies.

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Explore recent clinical evidence for da Vinci colorectal surgery

Steady adoption of da Vinci systems for colorectal surgery has generated a substantial body of peer-reviewed publications, including the following papers. For additional publications not listed here, visit our Research and Outcomes webpage.

Explore the evidence

Impact of intracorporeal anastomosis in clinical outcomes

View results from an international, multicenter, prospective study comparing ICA and ECA in both lap and robotic approaches to right colectomy.

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Right colectomy short-term outcomes trial

Comparing robotic assisted and laparoscopic colectomy outcomes included conversion rate, gastrointestinal recovery, and complication rates. See the story.

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Trends in adoption of different approaches for colectomy

See an evaluation of national trends in surgical approaches for right and left colectomy. Compare robotic-assisted, lap, and open surgery clinical outcomes.

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Innovations to expand your practice

We don’t just build robots. The Intuitive Ecosystem supports hospitals establishing or growing their minimally invasive care program. Built around our innovative da Vinci and Ion platforms, the breadth of Intuitive’s technology, education, and optimization resources creates an integrated and connected experience that helps our customers achieve their aims, maximize their program’s value, and optimize patient care.

Explore our Ecosystem

Designed for better outcomes by enhancing surgical senses

Our most advanced and integrated platform is designed to transform surgery to enable better outcomes, more efficiency, and actionable insights to help you lower care costs. Learn how da Vinci 5 enables enhanced surgical senses, greater surgeon autonomy,¹ more streamlined OR workflow, and cutting-edge data analytics.

Explore da Vinci 5

Two surgeons viewing My Intuitive data on a tablet

Access your surgical data to gain actionable insights

Our secure platform brings together surgical data, learning tools, and performance dashboards. Reflect on case details, monitor personal progress with trend analysis, and access personalized learning plans—all within a single platform.

Explore My Intuitive

Moving surgery forward again

Introducing da Vinci SP by Intuitive, a surgical system engineered to perform robotic-assisted surgery through a single incision or natural orifice.

Explore da Vinci SP

Based on a preclinical human factors study comparing surgeons and care team use of da Vinci 5 to da Vinci Xi. Data on file at Intuitive.

Disclosures and important safety information

Financial disclosure
The independent surgeons mentioned on this website may have received compensation from Intuitive for consulting and/or educational services.

Important safety information
Serious complications may occur in any surgery, including da Vinci surgery, up to and including death. Serious risks include, but are not limited to, injury to tissues and organs and conversion to other surgical techniques which could result in a longer operative time and/or increased complications. For summary of the risks associated with surgery refer to www.intuitive.com/safety.

For product intended use and/or indications for use, risks, cautions, and warnings and full prescribing information, refer to the associated user manual(s) or visit https://manuals.intuitivesurgical.com/market.

Individual outcomes may depend on a number of factors—including but not limited to—patient characteristics, disease characteristics, and/or surgeon experience.

Precautions for Representative Uses

Da Vinci Xi/X system
The demonstration of safety and effectiveness for the representative specific procedures did not include evaluation of outcomes related to the treatment of cancer (overall survival, disease-free survival, local recurrence), except for radical prostatectomy which was evaluated for overall survival, or treatment of the patient’s underlying disease/condition. Device usage in all surgical procedures should be guided by the clinical judgment of an adequately trained surgeon.

Da Vinci 5
The demonstration of safety and effectiveness for the representative-specific procedures was based on evaluation of the device as a surgical tool and did not include evaluation of outcomes related to the treatment of cancer (overall survival, disease-free survival, local recurrence) or treatment of the patient’s underlying disease or condition. Device usage in all surgical procedures should be guided by the clinical judgment of an adequately trained surgeon.