New robot to "transform" cancer operations at York hospital
It's claimed the £680,000 piece of equipment will improve the way procedures are done
Last updated 10th Jun 2022
Surgical procedures at York Hospital are due to take a giant leap forward with the purchase of a new robotic surgical system which enables surgeons to perform delicate and complex operations through a few small incisions.
The surgical robot has been funded by local charity York Against Cancer with a donation of £680k over the next two years to enable the operation of the robot.
The innovative technology is less invasive than open surgery and allows more precision in difficult to access areas than traditional key-hole surgery, leading to fewer complications. It is suitable for a wide range of procedures including cancers in hard to reach areas.
Ian Yeowart, Chair at York Against Cancer, said: “We are delighted to be able to fund this innovative technology which is so badly needed at York and Scarborough Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Along with our many other important projects this is exactly the type of support that our many benefactors and supporters expect of us and we are pleased that our funding has enabled its early introduction.”