SURAG Medical develops a plug-and-play sensing system that captures vibrations from instrument-tissue interactions during minimally invasive surgeries, providing real-time feedback to surgeons. This technology addresses the significant reduction in haptic feedback experienced in these procedures, enhancing surgical precision and reducing the risk of complications.
Funding
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Problem
During minimally invasive surgical procedures, surgeons experience a significant reduction in haptic feedback, ranging from 30% to 100% compared to open surgery. This lack of sensory information can hinder the identification of anatomical structures, prolong procedure times, and elevate the risk of patient injury, especially in blind surgical access. Adverse events, such as organ or vessel damage, can lead to life-threatening complications or conversion to open surgery, increasing healthcare costs.
Solution
SURAG Medical provides a plug-and-play sensing system that restores sensory perception by capturing vibrations resulting from instrument-tissue interactions during minimally invasive surgeries. The system passively "listens" to these vibrations propagating along the instrument shaft and translates them into real-time feedback for the surgeon. The technology attaches to standard surgical instruments outside the patient's body, without direct tissue contact, and can be used across various applications, including needle interventions, laparoscopic procedures, and surgical robotics. By providing supplementary sensory information, SURAG aims to enhance surgical precision and safety.
Target Audience
The primary users are surgeons performing minimally invasive procedures across various specialties, including general surgery, ENT, and interventional radiology.
Features
- Passive, plug-and-play sensing solution that attaches to standard surgical instruments
- Real-time feedback based on instrument-tissue interaction vibrations
- Applicable to various minimally invasive procedures, including needle interventions, laparoscopy, and robot-assisted surgery
- Non-contact design, attaching outside the patient's body
- Aims to improve surgical precision, reduce complications, and shorten procedure times