Overview
Intuitive Surgical has announced that its da Vinci 5 Surgical System has received CE Mark approval for both adult and pediatric use in Europe. This approval allows the system to be utilized for minimally invasive endoscopic procedures across various surgical fields, including:
- Urologic procedures
- Gynecologic procedures
- General laparoscopic surgeries
- Thoracoscopic surgeries
Comments from Leadership
Dave Rosa, the Chief Executive Officer of Intuitive, expressed his satisfaction with the approval, stating:
“We are pleased that our da Vinci 5 Surgical System has received CE mark approval, marking its entry to Europe. At Intuitive, we’re focused on providing healthcare systems across Europe and around the world with thoughtful innovation that solves problems today and into the future.”
Features of the da Vinci 5 System
The da Vinci 5 is described as Intuitive’s most advanced and integrated robotic-assisted surgical system, featuring:
- Over 150 enhancements compared to previous models
- Enhanced surgical senses, including Force Feedback technology
- The most realistic 3D vision system available
- An ergonomic and immersive surgeon console
Operational Efficiency and Insights
The system aims to improve operational efficiency by providing:
- Greater surgeon autonomy with integrated controls
- Actionable insights through an intelligent platform with 10,000x more computing power
Future of Robotic Surgery in Europe
Dirk Barten, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Europe at Intuitive, commented on the potential impact of the da Vinci 5:
“We believe that the operational efficiencies and actionable insights provided by da Vinci 5 will not only enhance surgery but also help address critical challenges faced by healthcare systems across Europe.”
Market Context
The da Vinci 5 is the fifth generation of the da Vinci surgical robot, following earlier models such as the da Vinci X and Xi, as well as the single-port system da Vinci SP, which received CE mark approval in January 2024. The NHS has projected that robotic surgery will support half a million operations annually by 2035, a significant increase from 70,000 in 2023/24.
For more information, visit Intuitive Surgical’s official announcement.