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Sam Atallah1, Sergio W Larach1, John R T Monson1
1a Florida Hospital , Orlando , FL , USA.
Summary
Stereotactic navigation enhances minimally invasive surgery by improving surgeon spatial awareness during complex procedures like transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS-TME). This image-guided technique shows feasibility for rectal cancer surgery, potentially improving resection quality.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Navigation Technologies
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Rectal Cancer Treatment
Background:
- Stereotactic navigation offers real-time, image-guided surgical capabilities, creating an augmented operative environment.
- Minimally invasive surgery, particularly for complex procedures like transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS) for rectal cancer, presents significant technical challenges and risks.
- Enhanced spatial awareness is crucial for improving surgical outcomes in demanding procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the feasibility of stereotactic navigation in transanal minimally invasive surgery total mesorectal excision (TAMIS-TME).
- To explore the potential of image-guided surgery to enhance surgeon spatial awareness.
- To discuss the future integration of augmented reality and image-guided surgery in minimally invasive procedures.
Main Methods:
- Application of stereotactic navigation techniques in a surgical setting.
- Focus on complex minimally invasive procedures targeting fixed anatomic areas.
- Demonstration of feasibility for TAMIS-TME procedures.
Main Results:
- Feasibility of employing stereotactic navigation for TAMIS-TME has been successfully demonstrated.
- The technique provides real-time, image-guided surgical assistance.
- Potential for improved spatial awareness for the surgical operator.
Conclusions:
- Stereotactic navigation is feasible for TAMIS-TME, a technically demanding rectal cancer surgery.
- This technology can theoretically enhance surgeon spatial awareness, potentially improving resection quality.
- Image-guided and augmented reality systems represent the future of advanced minimally invasive surgery.
