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Israeli Hospital Performs First Robotic Lung Transplant With Minimally Invasive Technique

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Beilinson Medical Center in Petah Tikva conducted Israel's first robotic lung transplant in October 2026, using the Da Vinci system. The minimally invasive procedure avoided full chest opening, leading to a faster recovery and reduced pain for the patient. This technique, performed globally about 20 times, aims to decrease postoperative pain and complications.

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Beilinson Medical Center in Petah Tikva performed Israel's first robotic lung transplant.
The procedure utilized the Da Vinci surgical robot and minimally invasive incisions.
Patient recovery was faster than expected with minimal need for pain medication.
This technique has been performed approximately 20 times worldwide.
The first robotic lung transplant globally occurred in Spain in 2023.

The Beilinson Medical Center in Petah Tikva, Israel, has successfully performed the country's first robotic lung transplant using the Da Vinci surgical system. The procedure, which took place in October 2026, was announced on November 2nd. Surgeons connected the donor lung to the patient's blood vessels and bronchi through small incisions, avoiding the need for a full sternotomy and rib spreading. The operation was led by Dr. Yuri Peysakhovich, head of the Thoracic Surgery Department. According to the hospital, the patient's recovery was faster than anticipated, requiring minimal pain medication beyond paracetamol, which shortened the hospitalization period. Globally, approximately 20 such operations have been performed to date, with the first robotic lung transplant occurring in Spain in 2023. Medical professionals anticipate that this new technique will reduce postoperative pain and lower the risk of complications.