Robotic Colorectal Surgery

Transform minimally invasive surgery with da Vinci colectomy, rectopexy, and other colorectal procedures¹

Advancing what’s possible in colon and rectal robotic surgery

Colorectal surgery is complex. Not only do surgeons work in difficult-to-access spaces in the pelvis, but multiple comorbidities, aging, and obesity add to the physical demands and to the risk of complications.

The da Vinci surgical system is designed to meet these challenges. With all-quadrant access and wristed, multifunctional instruments, you can perform a range of colorectal procedures using advances in 3DHD visualization and Firefly imaging. And the clinical evidence is growing—see outcomes studies with particular focus on right colectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis.

Watch your colleagues, Drs. Mark Soliman, Piero Buccianti, and Eduardo Parra-Davila demonstrate the use of da Vinci technology in our procedure videos. See how integrated table motion exposes anatomy and how the SureForm 60 stapler provides tissue compression feedback.

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 and integrated table motion

See how Dr. Piero Buccianti uses integrated table motion to expose the sigmoid colon during a colorectal procedure.

Jul 18, 2018 | 00:00:31
Colectomy using da Vinci stapling and vessel sealing

See Dr. Craig Johnson use the EndoWrist Stapler 45 and Vessel Sealer to complete an intracorporeal anastomosis and hear his narration about the approach.

Jul 18, 2018 | 00:07:27
Stapling compression feedback in a colorectal case

See Dr. Eduardo Parra-Davila use the real-time feedback of SmartClamp to assess the adequacy of tissue compression prior to stapler firing.

Nov 14, 2023 | 00:01:26
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

Peers at the forefront of colorectal surgery

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 our ecosystem that includes systems, learning, and services, connected by digital insights.

Topics include colorectal procedure deep dives, tips on surgical technique, and the latest advances of Firefly fluorescence technology. Find out how you can expand your practice by leveraging da Vinci Xi versatility. See what’s new within the specialty or join a symposium about robotic surgery program growth and efficiencies.

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Recent clinical evidence for da Vinci colorectal surgery

Since 2014, colorectal surgeons have steadily adopted da Vinci systems, generating an extensive and substantial body of peer-reviewed publications that continues to grow. These papers show comparative clinical outcomes for da Vinci colon resection, highlighting the advantages of intracorporeal anastomosis and more.

Right colectomy short-term outcomes trial

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

Read the summary

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.

Read the summary

Intuitive innovations for your practice

We don’t just build robots. We design holistic solutions. Over the years, we’ve created a comprehensive ecosystem to help you advance what’s possible in minimally invasive care. For colorectal surgery, managing complexity requires access to the latest technology. Our aim is to provide both the tools and the training to set you up for success in a challenging field and for delivering the best possible outcomes for your patients.

Operate with precision, vision, and control

Integrated da Vinci technologies address colorectal complexity. Wristed da Vinci instruments allow you to handle delicate tissue in high-risk, tight spaces. See critical structures with 3DHD vision and use Firefly fluorescence to test perfusion.

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Go from surgeon data to actionable insight

My Intuitive provides access to your da Vinci procedure data for insights about your practice or program. Track your performance and skills progression from anywhere. Share your data with proctors and peers for collaborative skills improvement.

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Surgeon proctor and student at dual console da Vinci system

Expand your colorectal surgery skills

Accelerate learning with a host of training pathways and technologies available throughout your career. Explore SimNow where you can practice right colectomy with ICA simulation. And care team training can drive efficiencies such as OR turnover.

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Your destination for current topics in robotic colorectal surgery

Tune into a webinar to get the latest surgeon insights on right and left colectomy, rectal resection, and more. Learn about robotic surgery program excellence.

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Sigmoidectomy, Low Anterior Resection, Abdominopelvic resection (APR), Intersphincteric Resection, Proctectomy

Disclosures and important safety information

Important safety information

Serious complications may occur in any surgery, including surgery with a da Vinci system, up to and including death. Examples of serious or life-threatening complications, which may require prolonged and/or unexpected hospitalization and/or reoperation, include but are not limited to, one or more of the following: injury to tissues/organs, bleeding, infection, and internal scarring that can cause long-lasting dysfunction/pain.

Risks specific to minimally invasive surgery, including surgery with a da Vinci system, include but are not limited to, one or more of the following: temporary pain/nerve injury associated with positioning; a longer operative time, the need to convert to an open approach, or the need for additional or larger incision sites. Converting the procedure could result in a longer operative time, a longer time under anesthesia, and could lead to increased complications. Contraindications applicable to the use of conventional endoscopic instruments also apply to the use of all da Vinci instruments.

For important safety information, including surgical risks and considerations, please also refer to www.intuitive.com/safety. For a product’s intended use and/or indications for use, risks, full cautions, and warnings, please refer to the associated user manual(s).

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) 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.

Training

Intuitive technology should only be used by physicians and staff who have received specific training in the use of Intuitive technology.Training provided by Intuitive is limited to the use of Intuitive technology, instruments and accessories. It does not replace the necessary medical training and experience required to perform surgical procedures. Nothing in Intuitive’s training curricula makes expressed or implied promises or commitments to the persons attending. This includes NO promise or commitment that the trainee will be provided any specific product or technology in the future or that the trainee will be certified to perform a medical procedure related to the curriculum. Some of the training described in Intuitive promotions may be provided by organizations or entities other than Intuitive.