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Operation in progress (2nd of 2)

Operation in progress

Medical staff on the mobile surgical bus perform a laparoscopic nephrectomy (removing a kidney). An interactive video link in the theatre makes it possible for them to confer with colleagues elsewhere during the operation.

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Mobile Surgical Services

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Nancy Swarbrick. 'Rural services', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 27-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/rural-services/7/5/2