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The donor nephrectomy surgery was performed by urologist Dr Danelo du Plessis (pictured), a joint staff member for Tygerberg Hospital and Stellenbosch University, using the da Vinci Xi Robotic platform.
SURGERY

Revolutionary robotic surgery: Tygerberg Hospital's first living donor kidney procedure

Tygerberg Hospital has successfully performed South Africa’s first living donor kidney removal using robotic surgery technology.

  • Staff Reporter
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one-year-old Anzelle Van Der Merwe, from Bellville, before and after the surgery.
SURGERY

Cleft lip and craniofacial surgeries: Giving children a second chance

If you notice anything unusual in your baby’s face or head shape, speak to your healthcare provider, because early detection can make the difference.This was the message of…

  • Sibulele Kasa
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