Dr Guido Tenti, FMH Specialist in Urology and Interventional Urology and Dr Daniel Christen, FMH Specialist in Visceral Surgery
are two highly specialized doctors from Privat Klinik Bethanien and both are savvy users of this ultramodern technology. Today, they share their impressions with us.

What is the impact of the da Vinci robotic system in your daily activities and what are your personal opinions about the results obtained when operating with this system?

"Like Dr Guido Tenti, the da Vinci robotic system has deeply changed the everyday life of a urologic surgeon. With acquired experience you start to use the system to replace almost any major laparoscopic or open surgery."
Dr Daniel Christen adds, “The Da Vinci robot makes surgery easier, so increases safety and accuracy. The 3D realistic vision improves the surgeon’s precision and dexterity. The surgeon really has the impression that he is using his own hands but with a much higher degree of motion than in conventional laparoscopy. 10x magnification of the operating field is like operating under a microscope."

" But it is important to understand that this robotic tool cannot, in any case, replace a competent and experienced surgeon," explains Dr Guido Tenti.

In terms of proven results, Dr Guido Tenti says that initial reports from the early 2000’s showed promising results that were similar to conventional techniques. In the last years, the System has positively showed a trend to improved results. To accurately identify technology improvements, he emphasizes that it is important for each surgeon to keep an active and ongoing monitor of personal results, and to compare these with previous results using conventional techniques and/or with centres of excellence.
Dr Daniel Christen adds that sophisticated technology and devices provide more consistent operation results, alongside improved precision and reliability.

In your opinion and with your experience, what are the new highlights or focus areas within this vast medical field?
The two doctors share the same opinion concerning future technological endeavours for da Vinci robotic-assisted procedures.
Dr Guido Tenti explains, “As with all specialized medical or cancer fields, progress will come by individualizing therapies. For example, the future of some prostate cancers lies in focal therapy, which requires further imaging and biopsy-precision improvements. Integrating imaging into surgical procedures and new surgical robotic development will facilitate this."
Dr. Daniel Christen further adds, “Yes, we can expect to see integrated imaging, where the X-ray image is projected directly into the surgical field. This will significantly expand the possibilities of this system.”

We extend our sincere thanks to our Doctors for their testimonials.