Johor Specialist Hospital performs first robotic-assisted surgery

The technique is used for gynaecological, urological, and general surgical procedures.

Johor Specialist Hospital in Malaysia has performed its first robotic-assisted surgery using the Da Vinci Xi system.

The surgery is available for gynaecological, urological, and general surgical procedures.

Moreover, the technology is used for procedures such as hysterectomy, myomectomy, endometriosis surgery, prostate cancer treatment, and hernia repair.

The system features high-definition three-dimensional visualisation and robotic-assisted instruments that mimic hand movements.