Innovation

CMCU enters a new era: Cameroon's first laparoscopic surgical robot is now operational

ME
Medical Directorate
3 Juillet 2026 5 min read
The Centre Médico-Chirurgical d'Urologie (CMCU) reaches a major milestone in the history of Cameroonian medicine by becoming the first institution in the country to commission a multi-port laparoscopic surgical robot for minimally invasive surgery.

A historic breakthrough for surgery in Cameroon

This innovation marks a decisive turning point for Cameroonian patients, who can now benefit from cutting-edge surgical technology without having to travel abroad.

A vision come true

Founded in 2007 by Professor Bertin Njinou Ngninkeu, an internationally renowned urologist, CMCU was born from a strong ambition: to offer Cameroonian patients specialized care that meets international standards. Nearly twenty years after the center's creation, this vision takes on a new dimension with the integration of robot-assisted surgery.

Highly encouraging early results

Since its installation, the surgical robot has already been used to successfully carry out a first series of seven procedures, including 6 radical prostatectomies and 1 partial nephrectomy.

Early results demonstrate the performance of this technology:
  • Radical prostatectomy performed in under 60 minutes.
  • Partial nephrectomy performed in around 50 minutes.
  • Minimal blood loss.
  • Patients autonomous the same day, with walking resumed from the second day.

Better patient care

The introduction of robotic surgery allows for faster recovery, less post-operative pain and reduced complications. It also helps reduce the costs associated with medical evacuations abroad.
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