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Robotic Surgery

Overview:
Surgical robots are lending a helping hand to surgeons as they treat prostate problems, including prostate cancer. This program covers the diagnosis and wide range of treatments for prostate cancer, as well as benign (non-cancerous) prostate enlargement and treatments.

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Robotic assisted surgery - how it works
Minimally invasive approach to prostate removal
Who would benefit most
Other robot-assisted surgeries, including cardiac surgery

Guest:
Dr. James Borin is the director of robotic surgery at the University of Maryland Medical Center and an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

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