Newcastle surgeons use UK-first robot for precision brain surgery
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Newcastle surgeons use UK-first robot for precision brain surgery

26 Apr 2026 · Originally published 25 Apr 2026 8/10 Original headline: Video shows UK-first robotic brain surgery now possible in Newcastle
The NHS National Centre for Neurotechnology in Newcastle has introduced a pioneering robot to assist surgeons with incredibly delicate brain operations. The technology allows for sub-millimetre precision, offering new hope and better treatment options for patients with conditions like epilepsy and Parkinson’s.
Source: Chronicle Live Tyne And Wear
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