Chinese Doctor Successfully Performs Remote Lung Tumor Surgery 5,000 km Away Using 5G Robot

Groundbreaking procedure highlights advancements in robotic surgery, bringing high-end medical services to remote regions

A groundbreaking medical procedure has been achieved in China, where a surgeon in Shanghai successfully conducted a remote lung cancer operation on a patient 5,000 km away using a 5G surgical robot. This historic surgery was performed on July 13 by Dr. Luo Qingquan and his team at Shanghai Chest Hospital.

The patient was located in Kashgar, Xinjiang Autonomous Region, while Dr. Luo operated the domestically-made surgical robot from his office in Shanghai. This remarkable feat underscores the potential for advanced medical services to reach patients in remote areas, eliminating the need for travel to major cities like Beijing and Shanghai.

Shanghai Chest Hospital, the first medical facility in China to carry out robot-assisted chest surgeries, has performed the largest number of such procedures in the country. The hospital is also at the forefront of research and development in surgical robot technology.

In India, similar advancements are being made with the indigenous surgical robot system developed by Dr. Sudhir Srivastava's SSI Mantra. This modular system, equipped with over five detachable arms, allows for various surgeries, including heart procedures. The system's console station features a 32-inch monitor, 3D vision, and a safety camera that pauses the surgery if the doctor looks away, reducing the risk of mistakes and accidents.

A recent example in India saw Dr. SK Rawal, medical director of Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre, performing a remote surgery from Gurgaon on a patient located 40 km away in Rohini, Delhi.

The success of these remote surgeries marks a significant milestone in medical science, demonstrating the clinical capabilities of domestically-made surgical robots and their potential to benefit patients in rural and remote regions. The advancements in robotic surgery continue to shape the future of medical treatments, bringing hope and high-end services closer to patients worldwide.

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