# Miniature Surgical Robots This Small-Sized Robot Hand is the First to Be Used in Real Surgery By Alyson Wyers | Published 2016-03-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robot-hand References: [springwise](http://www.springwise.com/worlds-first-miniature-robot-hand-used-real-surgery/) & [virtualincision](http://www.virtualincision.com/) This mini robot hand is the first to be used in a real surgery. Developed by [Virtual Incision Corporation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-headshot-generator) in California, the [robotic surgical assistant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surgical-technology) can perform complex operations inside the human body using tools similar to ones already in use by surgeons. Although people have been discussing the application of robotics in the medical field for some time, the recent operation in Paraguay brought the futuristic dream into a present reality. The robot hand is unlike larger machines that can do things outside of the body, as it is small enough to actually go inside. The self-contained device is inserted into the body via a small cut in a patient's abdominal area. The less-invasive approach could potentially cut down on costs as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Miniature Surgical Robots:** Developing and utilizing small-sized robots for performing complex surgeries inside the human body. - **Robotic Surgical Assistants:** Incorporating robotic assistants in the medical field to enhance surgical procedures and reduce invasiveness. - **Less-invasive Surgeries:** Promoting the use of self-contained devices to perform surgeries through small incisions, thereby cutting down costs and improving patient outcomes. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare Technology:** Developing advanced robotics and surgical devices for the medical industry. - **Medical Robotics:** Exploring the potential of miniature robots for surgical applications and improving patient care. - **Surgical Equipment Manufacturing:** Creating innovative tools and robotic assistants for surgeons to improve surgical outcomes and minimize invasiveness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Folding Surgical Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surgical-tools.md) - [Robotic AI Surgeons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woxsen-university.md) - [Retinal Surgery Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retinal-surgery-robot.md) - [Lightweight Robotic Hand Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-hand1.md) - [Reversible Robotic Hands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reversible-robotic-hand.md) - [Blood Clot-Relieving Millirobots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/millirobot.md) - [Multidirectional Miniature Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multidirectional-miniature-robots.md) - [Pediatric Surgery Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surgical-system.md) - [Dexterous Robotics Hands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharpawave.md)