Surgeon Performs Remote Lung Surgery from 5,000 Kilometers Away

A surgeon in Shanghai successfully performed a lung tumor removal operation remotely, with the patient located 5,000 kilometers away in Kashgar. The procedure, completed within an hour, marks a significant advancement in telemedicine and robotic surgery.

Video: Surgeon Performs Remote Lung Surgery

Dr. Li Wei, a renowned thoracic surgeon based at Shanghai's Huashan Hospital, operated the robotic surgical system from his office using advanced telecommunication technology. 

The system, equipped with high-definition cameras and precise robotic instruments, allowed Dr. Li to perform the delicate procedure with unprecedented accuracy and control despite the vast distance.