Chinese surgeon pioneers transcontinental telesurgery, performing a historic operation from Rome to Beijing using robotic arms. With minimal latency and precise execution, Professor Zhang Xu removes a prostate cancer lesion remotely, marking a breakthrough in medical technology and surgical practices.
In a groundbreaking achievement, Chinese surgeon Professor Zhang Xu conducted a historic remote telesurgery from Rome to Beijing, spanning over 8,000 kilometers.
The surgery, performed at a conference, utilized robotic arms guided by Zhang via a console to remove a prostate cancer lesion. With a negligible latency of 135 milliseconds—well under the 200 milliseconds standard—Zhang hailed the procedure as akin to on-site surgery in terms of precision and effectiveness. Observing closely at the PLA General Hospital's Third Medical Center, a backup surgeon ensured seamless execution.
Conference chairman Vito Pansadoro lauded the event as a momentous milestone in medical history, emphasizing the potential for such technology in advancing surgical treatments, including applications in military settings.
