Virtual Incision is developing the MIRA system, the first miniature robotic-assisted surgery platform designed to enhance access to minimally invasive procedures in operating rooms. By enabling precise surgeries through small incisions, MIRA aims to reduce hospital stays and complications, addressing the limitations of traditional robotic systems that restrict surgical availability.
Funding
$30M 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
Traditional robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) systems are large, complex, and require dedicated operating room space and specialized staff, limiting their accessibility for many hospitals and patients. This restricts the number of minimally invasive procedures that can be performed, leading to longer hospital stays, increased complications, and higher costs.
Solution
Virtual Incision offers the MIRA Surgical System, a miniaturized robotic-assisted surgery (miniRAS) platform designed to expand access to minimally invasive procedures. MIRA's compact, portable design allows it to be used in any operating room without the need for dedicated infrastructure or extensive setup. The system provides surgeons with enhanced vision, precision, and control through small incisions, potentially reducing blood loss, shortening hospital stays, and decreasing complication rates. MIRA's tray-to-table design aims to accelerate the adoption of RAS as a complement to mainframe systems or as a stand-alone solution.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes surgeons and hospitals seeking to expand their minimally invasive surgery capabilities with a cost-effective, space-saving, and easily integrated robotic-assisted surgery solution.
Features
- Miniaturized robotic arms with internal triangulation, shoulders, and infinite wrist roll for precise surgical maneuvers
- Lightweight and portable design (approximately two pounds) for easy transport and setup in any operating room
- Drape- and dock-free system for quick setup, cleaning, and movement between cases
- Compatible with existing surgical workflows, serving as a standalone system or complementing mainframe RAS systems
- Intended for use in colectomy procedures and under clinical study for benign hysterectomy procedures