The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- indicators of blood coagulation
- gynecological examination
- ultrasound scan: pelvis, abdomen
- CT scan/MRI of the abdomen and pelvis
- preoperative care
- da Vinci treatment in endometriosis
- symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- full hospital accommodation
- explanation of future recommendations
How program is carried out
During the first visit, the physician will conduct a clinical examination and go through the results of the available diagnostic tests. After that, you will undergo the necessary additional examination, such as the assessment of liver and kidney function, ultrasound scan of the abdominal and pelvic organs, CT scan and MRI (if necessary). Based on the results of an additional examination, the physician will clarify the degree of the internal organs affection by endometriosis, choose the surgical technique and the type of anesthesia.
Surgery with the da Vinci robot starts with general anesthesia. After anesthesia, the surgeon makes small incisions through which the manipulators of the da Vinci robot and a video camera are inserted into the body. With the help of manipulators, the surgeon removes foci of endometriosis on the internal organs, and the video camera continuously transmits a three-dimensional image of the operating field in 12-fold magnification to the monitor.
Due to the precise movements of the da Vinci robotic arms, the surgeon can successfully remove endometriotic foci of any location, including internal genital and extragenital endometriotic foci. Excessive body mass, which usually complicates endoscopic surgery, is also not a direct contraindication to robotic intervention.
After the completion of the operation, you will be transferred back to the ward, under the supervision of the attending physician and nursing staff. Due to the minimal invasiveness of the operation and the short duration of general anesthesia, you will not need to stay in the intensive care unit for a long time.
Finally, the attending physician will evaluate the results of control examinations, schedule the date of discharge from the hospital and give you detailed recommendations for further follow-up and treatment.
Required documents
- Medical records
- Ultrasound scan (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Gynecology at the Vivantes Neukölln Hospital the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services in this medical field. The department specializes in the treatment of all gynecological diseases, pelvic floor diseases, plastic and aesthetic reconstructive surgery. In the field of surgical treatment, preference is always given to minimally invasive methods that ensure the most sparing treatment and speedy recovery. The department is headed by PD Dr. med. Uwe Torsten.
Of particular interest for the department is the treatment of benign and malignant gynecological diseases. Most operations in this area are minimally invasive. It should be noted that the medical team of the department has a unique experience in the field of keyhole surgery, which is confirmed by a special certificate of quality.
In addition, the department performs a wide range of minimally invasive interventions for the treatment of pathological conditions, such as ectopic pregnancy, involuntary childlessness, ovarian cysts (organ preservation surgery), acute inflammation of the fallopian tubes, adhesions in the abdominal cavity, myomas, endometriosis, etc.
Also, an important focus of the department is treatment of pelvic floor diseases. The medical facility is the official Counseling Center of the German Continence Society. Initially, doctors conduct a comprehensive examination, including ultrasound, other visualization tests and bladder pressure measurement. Based on the results of the examination, they determine the form of incontinence and prescribe individually selected therapy.
The range of medical services of the department includes:
Pelvic floor diseases
- Behavioral therapy and training exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles (after excluding the neurogenic aspect of the disease)
- Conventional surgical procedures for stabilizing the anterior, middle and/or posterior parts of the pelvic floor
- Application of an elastic band under the urethra (tension free vaginal tape (TVT) and transobturator vaginal tape (TVT-O))
- Application of a synthetic mesh (after an appropriate preliminary diagnosis)
Oncological gynecologic diseases
- Minimally invasive interventions (laparoscopy), for example, to remove lymph nodes from the abdominal cavity
- Surgery for ovarian, cervical uterine and vaginal cancer (in collaboration with specialists from related fields)
- Antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Hormone therapy
- Psychological support for cancer patients (psycho-oncology)
- Rehabilitation
- Interdisciplinary tumor board and development of recommendations on treatment
Breast cancer
- Advice on benign and malignant breast diseases in women and men
- Diagnostics (ultrasound, biopsy)
- Plastic reconstruction (I, II, III stage) and breast augmentation
- Interdisciplinary tumor board and development of recommendations on treatment
Diseases of the uterus (myomas and endometriosis)
- Removal of submucosal uterine fibroids (hysterectomy)
- Removal of subserious intramuscular myomas (laparoscopy)
- Removal of the uterus and preservation of the cervix (laparoscopy)
- Removal of the uterus through the vagina or a combined operation (laparoscopy and access through the vagina)
- Removal of fibroids or removal of the uterus by open intervention (very rarely)
- Non-surgical sclerotherapy for the treatment of fibroids (embolization) in collaboration with interventional radiology
Curriculum vitae
- Study of medicine in Würzburg and Berlin.
- 1983 Approbation.
- 1985 Defence of the doctoral thesis.
- Postdoctoral scholarship of the German Research Foundation (To-97/1) in the Department of Biochemistry of the Robert Koch Institute, Federal Department of Health: DNA methylation.
- Specialized training in Gynecology and Obstetrics at the University Hospital of the Free University of Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin.
- 1992 Certified medical specialist.
- 1995 Professorship and Venia Legendi in Gynecology and Obstetrics at the University Hospital of the Free University of Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin.
- 1998 - 2006 Chief Physician and authorized to conduct training courses in Gynecology and Obstetrics, Park Clinic Weißensee, Berlin.
- Since 2006 Chief Physician and authorized to conduct advanced training in Gynecology and Obstetrics, Vivantes Neukölln Hospital, Berlin.
- Since 2002, Clinic Auditor (KTQ-Visitor).
- 2007 Master of Business Administration/General Administration, University of England Raskin, Chelmsford and Cambridge, UK.
Membership in Professional Societies
- Since 1995 Deputy Chairman of Hartmannbundes, Berlin.
- 2006 - 2010 Deputy Chairman of the Quality Assurance Committee of the Berlin Medical Association.
- Since then, Representative of the Berlin Medical Association in the Professional Group on Gynecology and Obstetrics for quality assurance in the field of inpatient medical care.
- Representative of the Berlin Medical Association in the "Permanent Conference on Health Prevention and Improvement".
- Authorized Representative for Prevention, Berlin Medical Association.
- Examiner in Gynecology and Obstetrics.
- 2011 - 2014 Committee Member of the Clinics of the Berlin Medical Association.
- Member of various professional societies and Professional Association of Gynecologists.
- Commission Member of the Working Group on Gynecologic Oncology of the German Cancer Society.
Since 2015 Board Member of the Berlin Medical Association.
Photo of the doctor: (c) Vivantes Netzwerk für Gesundheit GmbH
About hospital
The Vivantes Neukölln Hospital is the maximum care hospital and one of the largest healthcare facilities in Berlin. There are more than 20 specialized departments and centers, including pediatric departments. In total, the hospital has 1,200 beds. The hospital uses innovative technologies and the latest treatments, as well as adheres to high standards in patient care.
Surgery is one of the most important specializations of the hospital. Preference is always given to minimally invasive surgery, after which patients recover very quickly.
In addition, the hospital is proud of the Level I Perinatal Center, which provides highly professional medical care for mothers and babies. The specialists of the center have a unique experience of monitoring high-risk pregnancies, and therefore they guarantee safety and excellent quality of medical care.
All employees of the hospital work in close cooperation, and thus guarantee comprehensive, interdisciplinary treatment. At the same time, the hospital has a pleasant, friendly atmosphere, which contributes to the speedy recovery of patients.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the Vivantes Neukölln Hospital live in single and double comfortable, modern rooms. All rooms are equipped with all necessary amenities, a separate bathroom with shower and toilet. In addition, each room has TV, telephone and Internet access.
Meals and Menus
The restaurant of the hospital offers three meals a day. It takes in account all the wishes of the patients, and therefore, in addition to the standard dishes, one can choose a vegetarian or diet menu.
Further details
Standard rooms include: