Surgeons in the UK have successfully used the AI-powered Eureka system during a live operation, which color codes anatomy to aid in precise dissection and protection of body parts.
The Eureka system was developed by doctors in Japan
Jun 06, 2026
12:13 pm
What's the storySurgeons in the United Kingdom have used a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool during a live operation for the first time.
The Eureka system, developed by doctors in Japan, uses color coding to highlight different parts of the body. This helps surgeons protect or dissect various anatomical structures during surgery.
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