Panda Surgical develops a handheld robotics platform designed to enhance neurosurgeon dexterity and control during minimally invasive procedures. This system incorporates exchangeable wristed surgical instruments and AI-powered software to assist the surgical workflow. The technology enables surgeons to safely and precisely perform delicate maneuvers in confined spaces, improving access to complex neurosurgery.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Minimally invasive neurosurgery offers reduced morbidity and faster recovery, but the restricted access and limited dexterity in narrow surgical corridors pose significant challenges for surgeons. These limitations can restrict the availability of advanced neurosurgical techniques to specialized centers, limiting patient access and increasing healthcare costs.
Solution
Panda Surgical is developing a handheld robotics platform designed to enhance dexterity and control for neurosurgeons during minimally invasive procedures. The platform incorporates exchangeable wristed surgical tools and AI-powered software to assist surgeons during the surgical workflow. By increasing the neurosurgeon’s dexterity and decision-making capabilities, the robotic platform aims to enable surgeons to reach previously inaccessible areas and perform delicate maneuvers with greater precision and safety. This technology has the potential to expand the accessibility of advanced neurosurgical methods.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes neurosurgeons and hospitals seeking to expand their capabilities in minimally invasive neurosurgery and improve patient outcomes.
Features
- Handheld robotic platform for enhanced dexterity and control in minimally invasive neurosurgery
- Exchangeable wristed surgical tools for versatile maneuverability in confined spaces
- AI-powered software to assist during the surgical workflow
- Embedded system design and development
- Surgical vision algorithms for depth perception and surgical tool segmentation
- Compliant with FDA, Health and Safety Legislation, and ISO13485 standards