Distalmotion Nabs CE Mark for Surgical Robot

Distalmotion has received CE mark certification for Dexter, a two-armed surgical robot that assists surgeons in conducting laparoscopic procedures.

The robotic system is able to switch between laparoscopic and robotic surgery in under 20 seconds and can be used for dissection and suturing.

Dexter is an open platform that accommodates laparoscopic instruments and any imaging system, the Swiss company said.