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How does the davinci robot do cardiac bypass?
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It doesn't: Robotic surgery is just a tool that allows the surgeon, who is controlling the device, to work in smaller spaces with less tissue trauma, shortening recovery and hopefully producing less discomfort.
Answered 7/23/2013
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