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Systems for tracking minimally invasive surgical instruments.

M K Chmarra1, C A Grimbergen, J Dankelman

  • 1Department of BioMechanical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands. m.k.chmarra@tudelft.nl

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Objective assessment of surgical skills in minimally invasive surgery is crucial. Motion analysis using tracking systems for laparoscopic instruments is a key method, but current systems have limitations for widespread use.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Technology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Robotics

Background:

  • Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) necessitates specialized skills for objective assessment.
  • Motion analysis has demonstrated utility in evaluating fundamental laparoscopic surgical skills.
  • Accurate tracking and recording of laparoscopic instrument movements are essential for motion analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current state-of-the-art in tracking systems for laparoscopy.
  • To provide an overview of existing tracking systems, their methodologies, and limitations.
  • To identify the advantages and disadvantages of various laparoscopic instrument tracking approaches.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of research on laparoscopic tracking systems.

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  • Analysis of system functionalities, including tracking mechanisms and feedback capabilities.
  • Evaluation of system applicability in training versus clinical settings.

    • Main Results:

    • Multiple tracking system approaches exist, with no single system demonstrating clear superiority.
    • Many systems are restricted to training environments and do not support real laparoscopic instruments.
    • Few systems offer force feedback, a critical component for realistic surgical simulation.

    Conclusions:

    • Current laparoscopic tracking systems face significant limitations in terms of real-world instrument compatibility and force feedback.
    • Further development is needed to create versatile and effective tracking solutions for objective surgical skill assessment.
    • The field requires advancements to bridge the gap between research prototypes and practical clinical or training applications.