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Robotic surgeryby Marlo Medic
A new chapter for robotic surgery in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The first robot-assisted laparoscopic procedures in Bosnia and Herzegovina were successfully carried out on April 8, 2026, at KCUS with the support of the Toumai® Surgical Robot.
At a glance
- Date of procedures
- 8 April 2026
- Institution
- KCUS, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Procedures
- Radical prostatectomy and sigmoid colectomy
- Robotic system
- Toumai® Surgical Robot
- Surgeons
- Prof. Alex Mottrie, Dr. Jan Colpaert
- Partners
- KCUS and AZORG Hospital
A radical prostatectomy performed by Prof. Alex Mottrie and a sigmoid colectomy by Dr. Jan Colpaert marked the beginning of a new era, complemented by live-streamed surgeries and academic exchange.
Through collaboration with KCUS and AZORG Hospital, this initiative helped bring together regional expertise and accelerate the adoption of robotic-assisted techniques.
We are pleased to support healthcare professionals in expanding access to advanced surgical technologies and improving patient care.
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