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Why was PROBOT suited to transurethral prostate surgery?
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PROBOT was well-suited for transurethral prostate surgery because the procedure required numerous repetitive cutting motions. By automating these tasks, the robotic system helped surgeons manage the demands of the operation more effectively.1