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Chinese hospital develops 2mm robotic arm for spine surgery

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West China Hospital has developed the MicroSpine, a novel robotic surgical system designed for minimally invasive spinal procedures. This system utilizes three 2mm robotic arms housed within an 8mm sheath, demonstrating 100% accuracy in preclinical trials for accessing posterior spinal targets. The development aims to enhance precision and reduce invasiveness in spinal surgeries. AI

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Chinese hospital develops 2mm robotic arm for spine surgery

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    West China Hospital Develops MicroSpine: A 2mm Robotic Arm System for Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery

    Sichuan University West China Hospital's MicroSpine surgical robot, featuring three 2mm robotic arms in an 8mm sheath, achieves posterior spinal target access with 100% accuracy in preclinical testing.

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