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China Pioneers World's First Satellite-Based Surgeries, Revolutionizing Remote Medical Care

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China Pioneers World's First Satellite-Based Surgeries, Revolutionizing Remote Medical Care

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  • China has achieved a historic milestone by performing the world’s first satellite-based surgeries, potentially transforming trauma care, especially in combat zones.
  • The operations were conducted using the Apstar-6D broadband satellite, located 36,000 kilometers above Earth, demonstrating advanced satellite communication capabilities.
  • Doctors from the People’s Liberation Army General Hospital successfully performed five surgeries remotely, including procedures on patients' liver and gallbladder located in Beijing.
  • Data from each surgical movement travelled a combined distance of nearly 150,000 kilometers, showcasing a significant technical feat in remote medical technology.
  • This groundbreaking achievement is set to pave the way for global 24/7 coverage of surgical interventions, impacting healthcare accessibility in remote locations.

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