Kuala Lumpur, The King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has achieved a major medical milestone after successfully performing the world’s first robotic intracranial tumour resection, marking a new global standard in neurosurgical precision and recovery. Surgeons removed a 4.5-centimetre brain tumour using robotic arms, with the patient discharged fully conscious within 24 hours, nearly four times faster than conventional recovery periods for similar surgeries.
Dr Homoud Aldahash, who led the operation, said the robotic system enabled unprecedented precision and safety in navigating critical neurovascular structures. The procedure used robotic arms guided by a 3D optical system and image-guided navigation technology to ensure precise tumour removal while protecting vital brain regions. Hospital officials credited the robotic approach with minimising surgical trauma and enhancing recovery outcomes.
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