Core Viewpoint - The successful remote surgery performed by a Chinese team using a self-developed single-port robotic surgical system marks a significant milestone in the global medical field, showcasing China's innovation in high-end medical devices [1][2]. Company and Industry Summary - The single-port robotic surgical system, known as the snake-arm robot, is the world's first of its kind and was developed by a team led by Professor Xu Kai from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, who has over 20 years of research experience in this area [6]. - The snake-arm robot operates through a single 25mm port, featuring four flexible arms, including one for imaging, allowing for complex surgical procedures with minimal invasiveness [2][4]. - The technology has already been applied in various surgical fields, including urology, gynecology, and more complex surgeries such as total gastrectomy and lung segment resection, with over a thousand surgeries completed across dozens of hospitals [7]. - The company has plans to expand into the European market, anticipating approval for CE certification, which would facilitate its entry into this competitive landscape [7]. - The rise of domestic high-end medical devices in China is evident, with the country becoming the second-largest market for surgical robots globally, and local brands accounting for 81.7% of the approved products [8].