Tiny robotic arm could operate on babies in the womb
Photos: Tiny robotic arm could to operate on babies in the womb
Surgery in the womb – Researchers are developing a three-armed robot to perform keyhole surgery to correct congenital defects on babies in the womb.
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Photos: Tiny robotic arm could to operate on babies in the womb
Surgery in the womb – It will consist of a camera providing 3D images of the fetus, which will help guide two flexible arms in delivering gels or patches to seal the gap in the spine of babies with spina bifida. If successful, the arms will be developed to perform surgery themselves and treat conditions such as congenital heart disease.
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