FDA warns against robot-assisted breast cancer surgeries

FDA has issued a warning against the use of surgical robots in mastectomies and other surgeries for the treatment or prevention of cancer. The safety and effectiveness of surgical robots have not been established for use in mastectomies or for surgeries to prevent or treat breast and other cancers, according to the agency, which said it “encourages health care providers who use robotically-assisted surgical devices to have specialized training and practice in their use.” Get the full story on our sister site, Medical Design & Outsourcing. The post FDA warns against robot-assisted breast cancer surgeries appeared first on MassDevice.
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