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In a groundbreaking medical event, Dr. Evangelos Liatsikos, a Greek urologist, performed a robotic prostatectomy on a cancer patient located in Athens while he was in Wuhan, China, approximately 8,000 kilometers away. This innovative procedure marks the first time such a surgery has been conducted via telemedicine in Greece, showcasing significant advancements in remote surgical techniques.
Dr. Liatsikos, who is the director of the Urology Clinic at the University Hospital of Patras, stated that he was able to control the robotic surgical instruments from his location in China. He emphasized that this successful operation reflects a revolutionary step in the field of telemedicine, suggesting that it heralds a new era in medical practices. The patient, who had been diagnosed with prostate cancer, underwent the radical procedure without the surgeon being physically present in the operating room.
This achievement has generated interest in the potential for tele-surgery to address healthcare needs more efficiently and reach patients who may not have access to specialized care. Dr. Liatsikos believes that this could be just the beginning of a new chapter in surgical interventions, expanding the possibilities for medical professionals worldwide.
26 June
Dr. Liatsikos explained the groundbreaking remote surgery he conducted on a patient in Greece while in China.
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