Sentante develops a fully robotic teleoperated system for endovascular procedures, allowing physicians to remotely manipulate catheters and guidewires with haptic feedback for precise instrument positioning. This technology reduces response times for critical conditions such as stroke and heart attack while minimizing occupational hazards for medical personnel.
Funding
$7.1M raised to dateRaised 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.
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Problem
Endovascular procedures expose medical personnel to hazardous X-rays and require physicians to be physically present, potentially delaying treatment for time-sensitive conditions like stroke and heart attack. Traditional methods also lack the precision afforded by robotic assistance.
Solution
Sentante has developed a fully robotic teleoperated system for endovascular interventions, enabling physicians to remotely manipulate catheters and guidewires with haptic feedback. This technology allows for precise instrument positioning from a separate room or hospital, protecting medical staff from radiation exposure. The system's intuitive controls and force feedback mimic the feel of manual procedures, while robotic assistance enhances stability and accuracy. By enabling remote interventions, Sentante aims to reduce response times for critical conditions and expand access to specialized care.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons, and hospitals seeking to improve precision, safety, and accessibility of endovascular procedures, particularly for stroke and heart attack patients.
Features
- Fully robotic manipulation of three endovascular instruments simultaneously
- Teleoperated system allows procedures to be performed remotely
- Haptic feedback provides physicians with the sensation of direct instrument contact
- Compatibility with a variety of standard catheters and guidewires
- Submillimetric instrument positioning and stent placement
- Ergonomic workstation design
- No specialized training required for physicians familiar with manual endovascular procedures
- Protection from hazardous X-ray exposure for medical personnel