Big Promise For TransEnterix Robotic-Surgery Device, But Probably Won't Undermine Intuitive's Market
Executive Summary
FDA's recent clearance of TransEnterix's Senhance System signals broad potential for robotically-assisted surgeries but the device is more likely to grow its own space than compete directly with Intuitive Surgical's daVinci products in many cases, analysts suggest.
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