Revolutionary new tool to fight prostate cancer
August 14th, 2010 Posted in prostatectomyA BRENTWOOD hospital has become one of the first in the UK to use a revolutionary new surgical instrument which helps patients with prostate cancer.
The Prosurgics free hand robotic camera controller makes key hole surgery on the prostate more precise, improving recovery times for patients. The miniature camera, which is controlled by a remote device worn by the surgeon, is being used by surgeons at the Nuffield Hospital, in Shenfield Road.
According to urologists, It works in a similar way to wireless games technology, in that the robotic arm is controlled with a remote device worn by the surgeon. The great news for patients is this equipment will not only improve recovery time, but also the outcome of their surgery.