Accurate tool tracking is essential for the success of computer-assisted intervention. Previous efforts often modeled tool trajectories rigidly, overlooking the dynamic nature of surgical procedures, especially tracking scenarios like out-of-body and...
Surgical laparoscopy, endoscopy & percutaneous techniques
Dec 1, 2024
BACKGROUND: Colonoscopy stands as a pivotal diagnostic tool in identifying gastrointestinal diseases, including potentially malignant tumors. The procedure, however, faces challenges in the precise identification of lesions during visual inspections....
Techniques in vascular and interventional radiology
Nov 28, 2024
Artificial intelligence and robotics are transforming interventional radiology, driven by advancements in computer vision, robotics and procedural automation. Historically focused on diagnostics, AI now also enhances procedural capabilities in IR, en...
Cardiovascular and interventional radiology
Nov 27, 2024
PURPOSE: To predict survival and tumor recurrence following image-guided thermal ablation (IGTA) of lung tumors segmented using a deep learning approach.
BACKGROUND: Standard gastrectomy with D2 lymph node (LN) dissection for gastric cancer involves peripancreatic lymphadenectomy [1]. This technically demanding procedure requires meticulous dissection within the dissectable layers of connective tissue...
Techniques in vascular and interventional radiology
Nov 22, 2024
The field of interventional radiology is facing a growing demand for percutaneous procedures targeting smaller and more complex lesions. Percutaneous medical robots have proven to increase efficiency and accuracy and can address these issues. This re...
Techniques in vascular and interventional radiology
Nov 22, 2024
Remote-controlled and teleoperated robotic systems mark transformative advancements in interventional radiology (IR), with the potential to enhance precision, reduce radiation exposure, and expand access to care. By integrating robotic devices with i...
IEEE transactions on bio-medical engineering
Nov 21, 2024
A major challenge in image-guided laparoscopic surgery is that structures of interest often deform and go, even if only momentarily, out of view. Methods which rely on having an up-to-date impression of those structures, such as registration or local...
OBJECTIVES: To assess the feasibility and accuracy of a new prototype robotic implant system for the placement of zygomatic implants in edentulous maxillary models.
Journal of prosthodontics : official journal of the American College of Prosthodontists
Nov 12, 2024
Pterygoid implant placement has been proven to be a viable option in full-arch implant rehabilitation for extremely atrophic maxillae. Nevertheless, the utilization of pterygoid implants remains a challenge for the dentist due to the difficulties of ...
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