AI Robot Successfully Performs Gallbladder Surgery
The Guardian - 09-Jul-2025Autonomous robot removes pig gallbladders with 100% success, paving way for future human trials
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Autonomous robot removes pig gallbladders with 100% success, paving way for future human trials
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