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Image-guided prostate biopsy robots: A review
Yongde Zhang1,2, Qihang Yuan1, Hafiz Muhammad Muzzammil1
1Key Laboratory of Advanced Manufacturing and Intelligent Technology, Ministry of Education, Harbin University of Science and Technology, Harbin 150080, China.
Mathematical Biosciences and Engineering : MBE
|September 7, 2023
Summary
Image-guided prostate biopsy robots offer improved accuracy and automation for early prostate cancer (PCa) diagnosis. These robotic systems enhance diagnostic rates, overcoming limitations of traditional manual biopsies.
Area of Science:
- Robotics in Medicine
- Surgical Oncology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Prostate cancer (PCa) incidence is rising, necessitating improved early diagnosis.
- Current transrectal ultrasonography (TRUS)-guided biopsies have low diagnostic rates (20-30%) and accuracy issues.
- Manual biopsy reliance on urologist skill limits reliability and clinical needs.
Conclusions:
- Image-guided prostate biopsy robots significantly enhance diagnostic reliability and accuracy.
- Robotic systems address the shortcomings of traditional free-hand biopsies.
- Future development should focus on advancing robotic capabilities for PCa diagnosis.
