Shawn Henry

Advanced medical tools and robotic-assisted surgical systems require precise localization information in order to perform tasks such as tool/instrument positioning/orientation or relative patient and device positioning within a surgical space. The added visibility from positioning solutions help improve efficiency, performance/outcomes, repeatability, and operator confidence during procedures.

During this session, attendees will learn how radio frequency microlocation technology can be used as part of these systems. In addition to millimeter-scale precision, microlocation technology offers the added ability to function well in various lighting conditions and functions well with many surgical drapes and other materials found in surgical rooms. With unique object identification, you have the ability to easily track, in real-time, each instrument, robotic assets, surgical table, etc. This millimeter-scale location information is critical for:

• Real Time Machine Positioning - location of the imaging machine relative to the patient/table throughout the procedure.
• Surgical Tool Tip Tracking / Navigation - understanding the position of surgical tools relative to the patient and/or a scanned image
• Surgical Tool Orientation - creating a plane that keeps the orientation of the tool in perfect location
• Relative Positioning - finding the optimal layout for efficient/ergonomic operations
• System of Record - Have a system of record of the interaction of all microlocation enabled assets throughout the procedure