Navigating the Diagnostic Journey for Rare Diseases

Navigating the Diagnostic Journey for Rare Diseases

Understanding Rare DiseasesRare diseases affect between 300 and 400 million people globally—more than cancer and AIDS combined. Despite this, diagnosis often takes 4 to 6 years, a delay commonly referred to as the diagnostic odyssey. These diseases are defined as conditions affecting fewer than 1 in 2,000 people in the EU or under 200,000 individuals…

Current status and challenges of robotic surgery in Pakistan

Current status and challenges of robotic surgery in Pakistan

Robotic surgery is a form of minimal access surgery, also known as robotic-assisted surgery. The Da Vinci Surgical (DVS) system was authorized in 2000. Robotic technology was introduced to facilitate surgeons during challenging operations, keeping the concept of minimal access1. Telesurgery is also feasible with the robot, as the surgeon’s console can be connected to…