Key points from article :
Robotic surgery can be less invasive and improve recovery time for patients.
Performed by Da Vinci robot controlled from a remotely via console by the surgeon.
Makes smaller holes and less painful incisions.
Vision far better than other laparoscopic procedures with 10 times magnification, 3D, HD vision.
Instruments have 360 degree articulation, and 7 degrees of freedom.
British-designed ‘Versius’ and the robotic arm ‘Mako’ are some other robots that are being used.