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  • Medical Device Innovation
  • Minimally Invasive Procedures

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  • Minimally invasive heart valve surgery requires optimal visualization and instrument maneuverability.
  • Existing endoscopic systems may present challenges with surgical field clutter and patient trauma.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate a novel endoscopic system integrating a retractor and camera for minimally invasive heart valve surgery.
  • To reduce patient trauma and declutter the surgical field for improved surgeon efficiency.

Main Methods:

  • A retractor-camera combination was designed and connected to the left atrial retractor blade.
  • Ex vivo, in vivo, and a first-in-man randomized clinical trial involving 20 patients were conducted.
  • Data collection included preoperative, immediate postoperative, and 3-month follow-up periods.

Main Results:

  • The camera-retractor combo ensured safe and efficient exposure and vision.
  • Operation times were comparable to the control group, with no significant difference in mitral valve exposure.
  • The system substantially reduced surgical field clutter, eliminated chest penetration for the camera, and maintained clear, stable imaging.

Conclusions:

  • A novel atrial retraction-imaging platform was successfully launched, offering a less invasive option for patients.
  • The system effectively eliminates clutter and redundant surgical movements, enhancing the overall surgical experience.