Deep learning-based intraoperative visual guidance model for ureter identification in laparoscopic sigmoidectomy.

Journal: Surgical endoscopy
Published Date:

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Identifying the left ureter is a key step while performing laparoscopic sigmoid resection to prevent intraoperative injury and postoperative complications.

Authors

  • Balsam Khojah
    King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. bishaqkhojah@stu.kau.edu.sa.
  • Ghada Enani
    King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
  • Abdulaziz Saleem
    King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
  • Nadim Malibary
    King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
  • Abdulrahman Sabbagh
    King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
  • Areej Malibari
    King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
  • Wadee Alhalabi
    Department of Computer Science, Immersive Virtual Reality Research Group, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.