How long is the recovery from a robotic hysterectomy?
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How long is the recovery from a robotic hysterectomy?
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Dr. Jeff Livingston
Obstetrics & Gynecology
In brief: 2 weeks
A total laparoscopic hysterectomy done with the da vinci robot makes for a much easier recovery than a traditional hysterectomy.
Usually patients can go home the same day or after an overnight hospital stay. Most can go back to work in 2 weeks unless they have a physically demanding job. No intercourse for 6-8 weeks.
In brief: 2 weeks
A total laparoscopic hysterectomy done with the da vinci robot makes for a much easier recovery than a traditional hysterectomy.
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Dr. Renee Harris
Obstetrics & Gynecology
In brief: Quicker
Most people will be in the hospital as same day surgery or overnight stay.
I let my patients drive after a week if they are not on narcotics. Work is ok after 2-3 weeks if the job is not involving heavy lifting. Intercourse is allowed after the 6 week check up
In brief: Quicker
Most people will be in the hospital as same day surgery or overnight stay.
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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham
Obstetrics & Gynecology
In brief: Varies
From a few hours to a day for discharge after the surgery and from a few days to a couple weeks for complete recovery.
Most doctors recommend no sex for about 8 weeks after this surgery.
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Dr. Pavel Conovalciuc
Family Medicine
In brief: 3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks after a robotic histerectomy vs.
6-8 after an abdominal one.
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