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Topic: Surgery

AI-powered surgery separates conjoined Nigerian twins in 40-hour operation

By Molly Chebet   2026-06-22 12:38:31

The procedure relied heavily on advanced artificial intelligence, which enabled surgeons to rehearse the operation using detailed 3D brain imaging, optimise surgical sequencing, and reduce risk.

Africa faces child surgery crisis as key anaesthesia runs out

By AFP   2026-06-22 09:46:40

African hospitals face huge new costs as they scramble to replace the main anaesthetic for child operations that is set to run out in 2027, a charity has warned.

KNH surgeons remove 4kg liver tumor in landmark surgery

By Mike Kihaki   2026-06-17 22:31:49

Doctors at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) have successfully removed a massive 4-kilogram liver tumour from a patient in a complex seven-hour operation.

Secret surgery: Policy gaps behind gender assignment for intersex children

By Marion Kithi   2026-06-01 07:01:54

A lack of clear legal and medical safeguards in Kenya has left many intersex children vulnerable to early gender assignment decisions, often resulting in lifelong identity and rights challenges.

Beyond theatre: How digital tech is reshaping surgery and saving lives

By Mercy Kahenda   2026-05-22 21:35:27

A decade-long goitre battle ended after successful high-risk surgery with remote digital support. Makueni hospitals use telemedicine to strengthen complex maternal healthcare procedures.

KNH perform haemorrhoids surgery

By Mike Kihaki   2026-05-22 00:06:08

Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has marked a major milestone in specialised surgical care after successfully performing haemorrhoids treatment on two patients.