Sci-fi surgery as doctor in UK directs robot to remove a prostate in Gibraltar
A British patient in Gibraltar underwent a successful prostate removal surgery performed remotely by a doctor in London using a four-armed robot equipped with a 3D camera. The surgery was a groundbreaking achievement in remote robotic surgery, which allowed the patient to receive lifesaving treatment without the doctor being physically present. The 62-year-old patient, Paul Buxton, who had been living in Gibraltar for 40 years, was diagnosed with prostate cancer and underwent the procedure at St Bernard's Hospital in Gibraltar, with the surgeon directing the robot from 1,500 miles away in London. This remote surgical intervention showcases the potential of advanced technology to provide specialized medical care to patients in remote or underserved areas.
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