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National Oncology Center of Mongolia to Begin Robotic Surgeries in August
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Ulaanbaatar, February 11, 2025 /MONTSAME/. The National Oncology Center (NOC) of Mongolia has confirmed that it will commence robotic-assisted surgeries in August 2025, following its previously announced plans to introduce this advanced technology.
Traditionally, surgeons have relied on direct visualization to examine blood vessels during surgery. However, with robotic assistance, they will be able to magnify the view up to ten times, enhancing precision. Robotic surgery also allows for minimal incisions on the abdominal wall, eliminating the need for large surgical openings.
Director General of the National Oncology Center of Mongolia Erdenekhuu Nansalmaa said, "We have successfully performed our first laparoscopic liver donor surgery. Moving forward, we plan to expand laparoscopic procedures to other surgeries. Additionally, we are preparing to introduce robotic-assisted surgery. Over the past year, we have trained eight lead instructors for robotic surgeries, and their training will be completed by August 2025. After that, we will begin performing robotic surgeries. The robotic system will be physically present in the operating room, but the surgeon can control it remotely from home, within the medical facility, or from any location. However, the robotic arm performing the surgery will be stationed in the operating room, and we will control it remotely via a high-resolution imaging system."
The robotic surgical equipment costs approximately MNT 3 billion. Robotic-assisted surgery offers a high-precision, minimally invasive approach that provides an enlarged, highly detailed view of the surgical site. The system translates the surgeon’s hand movements into precise robotic motions, ensuring greater control and accuracy. Additionally, robotic surgery reduces the risk of human error, making it a safer and more advanced alternative to conventional laparoscopic procedures.
