Tele-surgery simulation with a patient organ model for robotic surgery training

Area of Science:

• Surgical Technology
• Robotics in Medicine
• Medical Simulation

Background:

• Robotic systems are increasingly used in general laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgery, offering benefits like increased accuracy in minimally invasive procedures.
• Current robotic systems have limitations, including a narrow field of view and procedure-specific applications, necessitating advanced surgeon training.
• There is a growing need for surgeons to master instrument manipulation and application skills in controlled environments for robotic surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the development of a surgical simulator for training surgeons on procedures using the da Vinci surgical system.
• To introduce a tele-surgery simulator and a training center designed for remote surgical practice and collaboration.
• To address the demand for enhanced skills in robotic instrument manipulation and application.

Main Methods:

• Development of a novel surgical simulator specifically for the da Vinci surgical system.
• Construction of a tele-surgery simulator to enable remote practice and collaboration.
• Establishment of a dedicated training center for robotic surgery simulation.

Main Results:

• A functional surgical simulator for the da Vinci system has been developed.
• A tele-surgery simulator and training center have been constructed to support remote learning and collaboration.
• The developed systems provide a controlled environment for mastering robotic surgical skills.

Conclusions:

• The developed surgical simulator and tele-surgery platform offer a solution for training surgeons in robotic-assisted procedures.
• These tools can enhance instrument manipulation skills and facilitate remote surgical assistance and collaboration.
• The training center supports the mastery of complex procedures within a simulated environment, improving surgical proficiency.