Samsung Changwon Hospital Achieves First Da Vinci SP Axillary Approach Robotic Breast Cancer Surgery in Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam Region

Axillary lymph node surgery possible with a single small incision without additional restraint

Sungkyunkwan University Samsung Changwon Hospital successfully performed axillary lymph node dissection using the Da Vinci SP system for the first time in the Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam region.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Song Jong-gu] Professor Choi Hee-jun of the Breast and Thyroid Cancer Center at Sungkyunkwan University Samsung Changwon Hospital recently achieved the first successful axillary lymph node dissection using the Da Vinci SP in the Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam (Bu-Ul-Gyeong) region, demonstrating excellent results in robotic breast cancer surgery.

Breast cancer surgery consists of axillary lymph node surgery and breast surgery. If the cancer is confined to a part of the breast, the surgical area can be minimized; however, if there is lymph node metastasis, additional excision through axillary lymph node dissection is performed, which has led to low psychological satisfaction among female patients due to scarring.

To overcome the drawbacks of conventional surgery, Professor Choi performed axillary lymph node dissection using the advanced single-port robotic surgical system, Da Vinci SP. This method allows axillary lymph node surgery with only one small existing incision without additional excision, improving not only cosmetic outcomes but also the psychological satisfaction of patients.

Additionally, even in narrow spaces, the robotic arms equipped with multi-joint wrist functions provide a clear surgical view, enabling more delicate and precise surgery, which offers the advantage of recovery without special postoperative complications.

Professor Choi stated, “Axillary lymph node dissection using the Da Vinci SP involves smaller and less visible incisions compared to conventional surgery, but it can be performed safely with minimal nerve damage. This surgery reduces unnecessary excision and side effects, shortens operation time, and helps improve the quality of life for female patients.”

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