The startup develops a non-invasive three-dimensional optical vision system that provides accurate and continuous surgical navigation for neurosurgeons. This technology addresses surgical errors related to anatomical feature registration and shape changes, enabling fully automated robotic procedures and in-vivo optical tissue diagnosis.
Funding
$13M 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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Product
Problem
Current surgical navigation systems can suffer from inaccuracies due to anatomical shifts during procedures and imprecise registration of anatomical features, potentially leading to surgical errors. Existing systems may also require time-consuming manual steps and may not be compatible with robotic surgery platforms.
Solution
VISIE provides 3D computer vision and spatial computing solutions designed to enhance precision and efficiency in robotic and navigated orthopedic, neuro, and spine surgeries. Their optical scanners utilize safe white and infrared light to capture detailed anatomical data, enabling real-time tracking of anatomical shifts and precise surgical planning. The system facilitates "snap" registration in under one second, eliminating the need for tracking pins or arrays and reducing the steps in the surgical workflow. VISIE's technology aims to improve surgical accuracy, save time in the operating room, and preserve tissue during surgery by providing surgeons with enhanced visualization and actionable intelligence. The scanners can be used with or without CT imaging.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes orthopedic, neuro, and spine surgeons using robotic or navigated surgical systems, as well as hospitals and surgical centers seeking to improve surgical precision and efficiency.
Features
- Non-invasive 3D optical scanners using safe white and infrared light
- Rapid "snap" registration achieving >1M points in one second
- Greater than 10X precision compared to industry standard navigation/robotic systems
- Continuous Anatomic Auto Tracking (CAAT) to monitor and compensate for anatomical shifts during surgery
- Custom GUI for scanner control and full customizability
- Hand-held and mounted scanner embodiments
- Compatibility with surgical robotic arms, enabling automated procedures
- Can be used with or without CT imaging