Pixee Medical
The startup develops computer-assisted surgical navigation tools that utilize computer vision and artificial intelligence to achieve millimeter precision in locating objects during orthopedic surgeries. This technology enables surgeons to perform procedures more accurately and affordably, addressing the need for enhanced precision in a cost-sensitive healthcare environment.
- Augmented & Virtual Reality
- Healthcare Technology
- Medical Devices
Funding
Raised to date
$17.8MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Achieving precise alignment and positioning of orthopedic implants during surgery can be challenging, potentially leading to suboptimal patient outcomes and the need for revision surgeries. Traditional computer-assisted surgery systems are often expensive, bulky, and require specialized training, limiting their accessibility and ease of use.
Solution
Pixee Medical develops augmented reality (AR) based surgical navigation solutions that enhance the accuracy and efficiency of orthopedic procedures. Their flagship product, Knee+ NexSight, utilizes a compact AR system to guide surgeons during total knee arthroplasty. The system employs a standard camera, advanced computer vision algorithms, and lightweight instrumentation with sterilizable sensors to track instruments in 3D space with millimeter precision. This AR-guided system provides real-time feedback and visualization, allowing surgeons to make precise adjustments and maintain full control throughout the procedure, without the need for bulky equipment or disposables.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes orthopedic surgeons, particularly those performing total knee arthroplasty in both hospital and ambulatory surgery center settings.
Features
- Augmented reality guidance displayed directly in the surgeon's field of view via a headset
- Compact, portable design suitable for ambulatory surgery centers
- Compatibility with all primary total knee implants
- Streamlined three-step workflow for quick integration into existing surgical practices
- Disposable-free solution, reducing costs and environmental impact
- Real-time navigation without time-consuming setups or intraoperative instrument calibration
- Personalized approach to meet each surgeon’s unique requirements