Minsk’s transplant center performs first hepatectomy using robotic system

February 24, Pozirk. Doctors at the Minsk Scientific and Practical Surgery, Transplant and Hematology Center performed their first hepatectomy (liver resection) using a robotic system made by China’s Medbot on February 19. The procedure was reported on February 24.

The patient is feeling well and is expected to be discharged soon.

Robotic hepatectomy is a safe and effective minimally invasive liver surgery that is becoming increasingly common. It uses robotic systems to enhance precision, provide 3D imaging and, importantly, reduce hand tremors.

The center noted that the new equipment brings Belarusian surgery to the global level.

Alieh Rummo, director of the center, also performed gallbladder surgery using the Medbot system on February 6.

Several teams of doctors completed training in China to operate the equipment, the health ministry reported earlier.

Belarus’ first robotic surgery was performed eight years ago at the National Clinical Medical Center, a clinic serving top officials, using the US-made Senhance Surgical System.