Landspítalinn Acquires New Surgical Robot to Expand Procedures

Landspítalinn, Iceland's national university hospital, has acquired a new surgical robot that will be utilized for a wide range of procedures. The hospital recently hosted a reception to thank the sponsors whose contributions made the purchase possible.

Fastus heilsa, a health company, was responsible for importing the surgical robot. The new equipment will be employed in surgeries involving the female reproductive system, abdominal cavities, and urinary tracts, among other areas. This advancement is expected to significantly expand the hospital's surgical capabilities.

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This is an extremely important tool and a breakthrough for us to be able to continue on the path we are on. We have been using one robot that has been in full use for the past few years, but to be able to take the next step and expand our operations, we needed another such device to perform more surgeries, more specialties, and simply accommodate all our patients. This device will be very useful for men and women and people of all ages, from infants to the elderly.

According to Rafn Hilmarsson, chief of urology surgery at Landspítalinn, the robot represents a crucial leap forward for the hospital. "This is an extremely important tool and a breakthrough for us to be able to continue on the path we are on," Hilmarsson stated. He explained that the hospital's existing robot has been in constant use, and acquiring a second one is essential for expanding services across multiple specialties and accommodating all patients.

Jórunn Atladóttir, a specialist in abdominal surgery, described the new surgical robot as revolutionary. She highlighted its advanced technological features, including 3D vision and improved camera control. The robot also offers enhanced mobility, allowing surgeons to navigate around organs more effectively. "This is a revolutionary tool in every respect and will make a big difference for us," Atladóttir added.

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This new device is much more technologically advanced and offers, among other things, 3D vision and much better control of the camera. The mobility is also much greater than before and it is possible to reach over and past organs. If there are, for example, large tumors, it is possible to get behind them without the risk of rupturing them. This is a revolutionary tool in every respect and will make a big difference for us.