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HMS, HAG EQ-Bank 034 MC

Which of the following best explains why robotic-assisted systems, such as the da Vinci surgical system, are considered precision surgery?

  1. They provide high-resolution images to assist with accurate diagnosis of conditions.
  2. They reduce recovery times and surgical complications through minimally invasive procedures.
  3. They detect metabolic activity in tissues, allowing earlier cancer diagnosis.
  4. They project 3D holographic images of the heart to improve clarity of diagnosis.
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  • B is correct. Robotic-assisted systems are considered precision surgery because they enable minimally invasive procedures with highly accurate movements, leading to shorter recovery times.

Other options:

  • A is incorrect. High-resolution imaging for diagnosis is linked to technologies like MRI or CT scans, not precision surgery.
  • C is incorrect. Detecting metabolic activity is the role of PET scans, which are part of early diagnosis, not surgery.
  • D is incorrect. 3D holographic imaging assists in diagnostic clarity and planning, but it is not a surgical intervention.