Medtronic Hugo RAS System Review: Features, FDA Clearance and Uses of the Modular Surgical Robot
Updated: 7 days ago
The Medtronic Hugo RAS system is Medtronic's robotic-assisted surgery platform for minimally invasive procedures. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
Hugo's arms are modular: they can be moved, shared between rooms and positioned to optimize anatomical access. The open surgeon console keeps the surgeon in contact with the bedside team and is designed to reduce physical strain. Touch Surgery adds pre-operative training, remote tele-proctoring and AI-powered case insights, with video available seconds after a procedure. The FDA cleared Hugo on December 3, 2025 for prostatectomy, nephrectomy and cystectomy after the Expand URO study met its endpoints; general and gynecologic indications are expected later. Outside the US it has been used in tens of thousands of procedures in more than 30 countries. Arm count and hardware specifications are not given in the announcement.
Medtronic Hugo RAS System at a Glance
Type: Modular robotic-assisted surgery system
Console: Open
US indications: Urologic procedures
Ecosystem: Touch Surgery
Global reach: 30+ countries
Price: on request
Medtronic Hugo RAS System Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | Medtronic Hugo RAS System |
Manufacturer | Medtronic |
Architecture | Modular, mobile robotic arms |
Console | Open surgeon console |
Digital ecosystem | Touch Surgery (training, tele-proctoring, AI insights) |
US clearance | FDA, December 3, 2025 |
US indications | Prostatectomy, nephrectomy, cystectomy |
Pivotal study | Expand URO IDE, met primary endpoints |
Global use | Tens of thousands of procedures, 30+ countries |
Touch Surgery is not intended to direct surgery or aid diagnosis or treatment. US indications are limited to the cleared urologic procedures.
Design and Build Quality
Independent arm carts can be shared across operating rooms, and the open console improves team communication.
Software and Integration
Touch Surgery
Training, tele-proctoring and AI-powered post-operative insights.
Video Access
Case videos available seconds after a procedure.
Medtronic Hugo RAS System Applications and Use Cases
Prostatectomy
US-cleared indication.
Nephrectomy
US-cleared indication.
Cystectomy
US-cleared indication.
Medtronic Hugo RAS System Price and Value
Medtronic does not publish a price for the Medtronic Hugo RAS System; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Medtronic Company Profile: History, Surgical Robotics, Financials and Stock.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Modular arms
Open console
Strong digital ecosystem
Wide international use
Cons
US indications limited to urology
Hardware specs not published
No published price
Who Should Buy the Medtronic Hugo RAS System?
It fits hospital urology programs seeking a modular robotic platform from a broad surgical supplier.
Medtronic Hugo RAS System FAQ
How much does the Medtronic Hugo RAS System cost?
Medtronic does not publish a price for the Medtronic Hugo RAS System; it is quoted on request.
What is the Hugo RAS system?
Medtronic's robotic-assisted surgery system.
When was it FDA cleared?
December 3, 2025.
Which procedures are cleared in the US?
Prostatectomy, nephrectomy and cystectomy.
What is special about the console?
It is an open console for better situational awareness.
What is Touch Surgery?
Medtronic's digital ecosystem for training and case insights.
Where else is it used?
In more than 30 countries.
Will indications expand?
Medtronic expects general and gynecologic surgery to follow.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change. This article is general information and not medical advice.
