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da Vinci Prostatectomy is the #1 choice for treatment of localized prostate cancer in the United States, and is rapidly being chosen by more men, as well as their doctors, worldwide. da Vinci Prostatectomy is a minimally invasive, robotic-assisted surgical procedure that removes the cancerous prostate gland and related structures. The board certified physicians at Lakes Area Urology, Brainerd, MN are specialty trained in da Vinci procedures.
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News

• ABC News Profile on da Vinci Surgery
  New research suggest doctors will perform better with robotic assistance. [ View video now ]
• Data shows clinical advantages to robotic surgery
  With a 3-D view and greater dexterity, the da Vinci surgical robot offers many advantages.
• Rethinking Prostate Cancer in Older Men
  Research suggests aggressive treatment is viable, even for patients in their late 70s. [ Read more ]