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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Medical Devices
    • Surgical Navigation

    Background:

    • Trans-radial access is crucial for various cardiovascular procedures.
    • Reliable radial artery localization is essential to minimize complications.
    • Existing methods like ultrasonic guidance and manual palpation have limitations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a novel tactile sensing algorithm for accurate radial artery localization.
    • To bridge the gap between current guidance technologies and manual palpation.
    • To enhance safety and reduce procedural risks in developing countries.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a curved tactile sensor array and a novel localization algorithm.
    • Leveraged tactile sensor insensitivity to shear loading and pulse wave propagation.
    • Validated the method using a silicone phantom study.

    Main Results:

    • Achieved a Mean Absolute Error (MAE) of 0.58±0.25mm, outperforming a comparative method (0.81±0.57mm).
    • Demonstrated improved arterial localization accuracy and repeatability.
    • Localization was within one arterial radius, reducing risks of missing or perforating the artery.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed tactile sensing algorithm offers robust and repeatable radial artery localization.
    • This technology has the potential to significantly reduce failure rates and complications in arterial procedures.
    • It provides a promising solution for improving procedural safety, particularly in resource-limited settings.