Image-guided techniques in renal and hepatic interventions.
Nima Najmaei1, Kamal Mostafavi, Sahar Shahbazi
1Canadian Surgical Technologies and Advanced Robotics (CSTAR), London Health Science Center, London, ON, Canada; Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada.
Summary
Image-guided surgery enhances minimally invasive procedures in the kidneys and liver. Advances in 3D/4D visualization and intraoperative feedback are key to improving surgical outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Surgical Technology
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
Background:
- Advanced imaging and computing enable 3D/4D visualization for medical interventions.
- Preoperative imaging aids surgical planning, while intraoperative imaging guides procedures.
- Image-guided systems show potential in minimally invasive procedures for organs like the brain, heart, liver, and kidneys.
Purpose of the Study:
- To focus on image-guided interventions and surgery specifically in renal and hepatic procedures.
- To classify and comparatively study contributions in image-guided renal and hepatic interventions.
- To outline potential future directions in the field.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive electronic database search from 2000-2011.
- Assessment of contributions for relevance and inclusion.
- Categorization based on operation type, imaging modality, and techniques (e.g., image fusion, augmented reality, motion tracking).
Main Results:
- Detailed classification and comparative study of image-guided renal and hepatic interventions.
- Identification of various contributions and their methodologies.
- Sketching of potential future research and application directions.
Conclusions:
- Future trends include increased use of image fusion and augmented reality.
- Computer-assisted and robot-assisted interventions are expected to grow.
- Advancements in registration, navigation, and intraoperative MRI are anticipated.
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