Preoperative custom carbon fiber operating table for endourologic surgery

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Medical Device Engineering

Background:

• Existing operating tables lack specific features required for percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL).
• The need for improved imaging and reduced interference during PCNL procedures is critical.

Purpose of the Study:

• To design and develop a custom operating table tailored for percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL).
• To create a table suitable for both PCNL and general endoscopic urologic procedures.

Main Methods:

• Modification of an existing carbon fiber table design.
• Focus on creating a large imaging window and eliminating metallic side rail interference for PCNL in a split-leg prone position.
• Ensuring suitability for endourologic procedures in the lithotomy position.

Main Results:

• Successful development of a custom carbon fiber operating table.
• Implementation of the table in clinical patient care.

Conclusions:

• The modified custom carbon fiber operating table is effectively used as the primary table for endourologic procedures.
• Ongoing refinements are planned to further optimize the table's design.