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  • Medical Robotics
  • Surgical Navigation Systems
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

  • Current scope actuation systems are procedure-specific, increasing hospital costs and limiting accessibility.
  • A generic, modular scope actuation system could support diverse laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures.
  • Reduced deployment and maintenance costs are key goals for broader clinical adoption.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To adapt a modular actuation system for flexible endoscopes.
  • To evaluate the system's performance in navigation and focus during simulated procedures.
  • To compare robotic-assisted scope control against traditional manual control.

Main Methods:

  • A modular actuation system, initially for rigid laparoscopes, was modified for flexible endoscopes.
  • User studies involved simulated esophagogastroduodenoscopy procedures.
  • Endoscope navigation was assessed in both robotic and manual modes using a predefined track.

Main Results:

  • Robotic mode significantly outperformed manual mode in all performance metrics.
  • Key improvements included reduced traversal time, less time outside the target track, and fewer focus shifts.
  • The robotic system also lowered perceived surgeon workload, as measured by the NASA-TLX scale.

Conclusions:

  • The developed scope actuation system significantly enhances flexible endoscope maneuverability.
  • This modular and generic system provides a foundation for future robotic surgical assistants.
  • The technology promises improved efficiency and accessibility for minimally invasive procedures.