UK Launches First Robotic-Assisted Day Case Surgery Programme
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust has launched the UK’s first robotic-assisted day case surgery programme, aiming to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency. This innovative initiative at Queen Alexandra Hospital focuses on transitioning keyhole surgeries to robotic techniques, allowing patients to spend only 23 hours in the hospital post-surgery. With over 400 successful procedures completed, this groundbreaking project promises to improve surgical practices and patient care across the NHS.