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New York Hospital Performs First Fully Robotic Double-Lung Transplant

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  • #Surgery and surgeons
New York Hospital Performs First Fully Robotic Double-Lung Transplant
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NOV 2024
Above: A look inside the patient reveals a test exercise on the daVinci surgical robot at Placentia-Linda Hospital in Placentia on Thursday, May 19, 2022 allows Cub Scouts from Den 9 use the remote controls to place rings on rubber cones. Image copyright: Ortiz/MediaNews Group/Orange County Register via Getty Images
story last updated NOV 2024

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Narrative A

Robotic surgery marks a revolutionary leap in organ transplantation, delivering unmatched precision and reducing complications for donors and recipients alike. This innovation is reshaping medical possibilities, ensuring safer procedures and better outcomes. While challenges like cost and accessibility remain, the global shift toward robotic methods highlights a profound transformation, promising a future where technology empowers surgeons to save lives with extraordinary efficiency.

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Narrative B

While robotic surgery promises precision and innovation, it carries significant risks that demand caution. Mechanical failures, like malfunctioning robotic arms, can complicate procedures, while extended surgery times increase patient vulnerability. Unique hazards, such as unintended burns from electrical arcing, add to the mix. Surgeon experience and robust training are critical to safety, yet these remain inconsistent. Robotic surgery requires a delicate balance of optimism and vigilance.

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