[A new human machine interface in neurosurgery: The Leap Motion(®). Technical note regarding a new touchless
L Di Tommaso1, S Aubry2, J Godard1
1Service de neurochirurgie, CHU Jean-Minjoz, 25030 Besançon, France.
Neuro-Chirurgie
|May 29, 2016
Summary
This study presents an easy configuration for the Leap Motion controller, enabling contactless interaction with medical imaging software during neurosurgery. This optimizes workflow and maintains aseptic conditions in the operating room.
Area of Science:
- Medical Technology
- Neurosurgery
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Routine cross-sectional imaging requires physical interaction with interfaces like mice or touchscreens, posing aseptic risks and time loss.
- The Leap Motion controller offers contactless computer interaction, presenting potential benefits for surgical procedures.
- Adapting Leap Motion for surgical use faces challenges in configuration and ergonomics for practitioners, software, and the surgical environment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a simplified configuration for the Leap Motion controller.
- To optimize its use in neurosurgery on a PC with Carestream Vue PACS.
- To enhance practitioner requirements, imaging software utilization, and the surgical environment.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing a plug-in for Leap Motion integration with Carestream Vue PACS.
- Providing a video tutorial for easy setup and configuration.
- Focusing on PC-based implementation for neurosurgical applications.
Main Results:
- An easy-to-configure setup for Leap Motion in neurosurgery was developed.
- Optimized utilization with Carestream Vue PACS was demonstrated.
- The configuration addresses challenges in adapting the technology for surgical environments.
Conclusions:
- The proposed Leap Motion configuration offers an optimized, contactless solution for neurosurgical imaging.
- This approach can improve workflow efficiency and maintain aseptic control during surgical procedures.
- Further adaptation and ergonomic considerations are key for widespread surgical adoption.
