French surgeon performs longest remote prostate cancer surgery using Chinese robot Toumai in Morocco.

A French surgeon used a Chinese robot, Toumai, to perform a prostate cancer surgery on a patient in Morocco, setting a record as the longest remote surgery. The robot offers real-time imaging and precise control, potentially increasing access to top surgeons and reducing the need for international travel. The Chinese surgical robot market is projected to grow to $38.4 billion by 2026, aided by the expansion of 5G networks.

November 25, 2024
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