The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
May 2, 2022
BACKGROUND: Detecting neural threats using electromyography (EMG) has gained recognition in the field of spinal surgery. To provide an efficient approach to detect neural threats during the operation of the spinal surgery robot, an automated method b...
The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
May 2, 2022
BACKGROUND: Minimally invasive robot-assisted techniques are being used increasingly in surgical procedures, and the preoperative preparation for this kind of operation is more complicated than traditional operations.
The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
Apr 29, 2022
BACKGROUND: Robotic-assisted cardiovascular interventional surgery is an effective means to reduce the exposure of X-ray radiation to surgeons. However, some of the existing design structures cannot meet the surgical requirements for the coordinated ...
The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
Apr 22, 2022
BACKGROUND: The wireless power transfer system (WPTS) is a promising way to continuously provide efficient and stable power for gastrointestinal capsule robots with active movement ability.
The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
Apr 21, 2022
BACKGROUND: Commercialised laparoscopic surgical robotic systems require a large operating room and can only be used in large hospitals. If the robotic system is to be used in a small- or medium-sized hospital, the occupied volume must be reduced fur...
The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
Apr 7, 2022
BACKGROUND: Master devices exclusively used for endoscopes with position control are being developed as an isomorphic form of endoscopes. These master devices are difficult to intuitively operate because the movement direction of the endoscopic image...
The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
Apr 4, 2022
BACKGROUND: X-ray is a necessary tool for post-total hip arthroplasty (THA) check-ups; however, parameter measurements are time-consuming. We proposed a deep learning tool, BKNet that automates localization of landmarks with parameter measurements.
The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
Apr 2, 2022
BACKGROUND: The master manipulator with position and posture decoupling and force feedback can improve the immersion of the operation, and the gravity balance can reduce the fatigue of surgeons.
The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
Mar 31, 2022
BACKGROUND: To compare laparoscopic camera navigation (LCN) quality between robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery (RALS) and conventional laparoscopic surgery (CLS).
The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
Mar 13, 2022
INTRODUCTION: The current study presents a deep learning framework to determine, in real-time, position and rotation of a target organ from an endoscopic video. These inferred data are used to overlay the 3D model of patient's organ over its real cou...