London surgeons perform world's first successful AI-assisted brain tumor removal
Scobleizer · x · 2026-08-27
Neurosurgeons in London have performed the world's first successful AI-assisted operation to remove a brain tumor, saving the sight of a 48-year-old man.
Procedure Details:
- Patient: Rhys Hibbert had an 11mm tumor on his pituitary gland.
- AI Role: The system analyzed live camera footage during surgery to identify critical anatomy, such as nerves and blood vessels, that must be avoided.
- Outcome: The patient regained full vision, was able to walk independently within a week, and has returned to work.
This marks a significant breakthrough for real-time AI assistance in surgery.
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