Robotic virtual endoscopy: development of a multidirectional rigid endoscope. Academic Article uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • INTRODUCTION: The use of neuroendoscopy has increased in the past 20 years. Despite an increase in the number of indications for use, novel adjuncts and modifications to existing endoscopes remain all but nonexistent. We introduce a robotic virtual endoscope with applications for neurosurgery that could serve as a novel step in the evolution of future endoscopic technologies. METHODS: Over the past 8 years, we have worked on the construction of a prototype endoscope with three degrees of freedom that was designed to allow for enhanced safety while maximizing the benefits of virtual field rendition and robotic control. We have developed a prototype to examine a cerebral ventricular model in vitro that functions via either a direct video- or computer-based interface. RESULTS: Assessment of viewing angulation with robotic feedback has verified the accuracy of the prototype. Models support the ability of the endoscope to localize regions identified via a software interface. CONCLUSION: The endoscope is a rigid virtual robotic endoscope that provides complete visual coverage of a three-dimensional space by controlling an adjustable viewing direction with three degrees of freedom.

publication date

  • July 1, 2006

Research

keywords

  • Endoscopes
  • Endoscopy
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Robotics
  • User-Computer Interface

Identity

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 33745803906

PubMed ID

  • 16888544

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 59

issue

  • 1 Suppl 1