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Is the digitization of laparoscopic movement using accessible alternative technologies possible?
Daniel Lorias Espinoza1, José Antonio Gutiérrez Gnecchi, Arturo Minor Martínez
1Research and Advanced Studies Center of the National Polytechnic Institute of Mexico (Cinvestav - IPN), Electrical Department, San Pedro Zacatenco, México D.F. dlorias@cinvestav.mx
Summary
This study explores using an affordable video game controller to digitize laparoscopic surgical tool movements. This innovation aims to improve surgical training evaluation systems by offering an accessible alternative.
Area of Science:
- Medical training simulation
- Surgical technology
- Human-computer interaction
Background:
- Objective evaluation of laparoscopic surgical training is crucial.
- Current advanced systems for digitizing tool movements are often costly and do not allow real tool usage.
- There is a documented need for developing new, accessible training and evaluation systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the feasibility of digitizing laparoscopic tool movements in 3D space.
- To explore the use of accessible alternative technology for this purpose.
- To develop a cost-effective solution for surgical training evaluation.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a commercial Nintendo Wii video game controller.
- Developed a program to determine kinematic variables.
- Implemented a recognition task to assess tool movement digitization.
Main Results:
- Demonstrated the potential of using a commercial video game controller for digitizing laparoscopic tool movements.
- Successfully determined kinematic variables during a recognition task.
- Showcased an accessible method for 3D movement tracking.
Conclusions:
- Accessible technology, such as a video game controller, can be effectively used to digitize laparoscopic tool movements.
- This approach offers a viable and cost-effective solution for enhancing surgical training and evaluation.
- Further development could significantly impact academic research and surgical education.
