Image-guided and Robot-assisted Surgery - a Growing Trend in the Surgical Field.DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c50747) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report: Emerging Image-Guided and Robot-Assisted Surgery (Technical Insights) to their offering. This research service titled Emerging Image-guided and Robot-assisted Surgery provides an overview of technologies that can change the landscape of image-guided and robotic surgical methods and covers the key developers and their developments. In this research service, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following applications: surgical navigation systems, surgical robots, automated surgical software, and minimally invasive surgery minimally invasive surgery Laparoscopic surgery, see there. See Laparoscopic cholecystectomy. . Technologies The following technologies are covered in this research: -Surgical Robots: These are mechanical devices that provide assistance to surgeons, while letting the human staff concentrate on more crucial aspects of the surgery. -Surgical Navigation Systems: These systems provide real-time imaging 'real-time' imaging Visualization of a dynamic process µsecs after occurring, which requires rapid information processing–ie, as the process occurs, as in 'B' mode ultrasound capability during surgery for surgical navigation and planning. -Real Time Imaging Systems: These systems allow surgeons to study real-time three-dimensional (3D) images. This makes it easier for a surgeon to access the surgical site as well as abnormalities, which cannot be seen through naked eyes Naked Eyes is an English synthpop band, best known for their first single, a cover of the Burt Bacharach / Hal David standard "(There's) Always Something There to Remind Me" (Bacharach himself has cited the cover as a personal favourite). . -Minimally Invasive Surgical Concepts: These concepts ensure that the surgical procedures Surgical procedures have long and possibly daunting names. The meaning of many surgical procedure names can often be understood if the name is broken into parts. For example in splenectomy, "ectomy" is a suffix meaning the removal of a part of the body. "Splene-" means spleen. are much easier and painless with reduced post-surgical complications. Market Overview Image-guided and Robot-assisted Surgery - a Growing Trend in the Surgical Field Surgical procedures are increasingly becoming oriented toward rendering both the patient and the surgeon free of any kind of discomfort or trauma with the aid of minimally invasive surgical concepts and emerging information technology, as well as networking solutions. The merging of image-guided surgery Image-guided surgery is the general term used for any surgical procedure where the surgeon uses indirect visualization to operate, i.e., by employing imaging instruments in real time, such as fiber optic guides, internal video cameras, flexible or rigid endoscopes, ultrasonography, (IGS IGS - Internet Go Server. ) and robot-assisted surgery (RAS (1) See network access server. (2) (Remote Access Service) A Windows NT/2000 Server feature that allows remote users access to the network from their Windows laptops or desktops via modem. See RRAS and network access server. ) allows surgeons to avail the best of both imaging and endoscopic en·do·scope n. An instrument for examining visually the interior of a bodily canal or a hollow organ such as the colon, bladder, or stomach. en technologies, revolutionizing the surgical field. In an effort to make improvements in robotic surgery Using robots in the operating room to assist the surgeon in performing surgery. The surgeon views the patient via a terminal and manipulates robotic surgical instruments via a control panel. Views of the organs being worked on are transmitted from tiny cameras inserted into the body. , universities are conducting research to cater to applications in urology urology Medical specialty dealing with the urinary system and male reproductive organs. It traces its origin to medieval lithologists, itinerant healers who specialized in surgical removal of bladder stones. , internal medicine, and colonoscopic surgery. The lesser-explored pediatric pediatric /pe·di·at·ric/ (pe?de-at´rik) pertaining to the health of children. pe·di·at·ric adj. Of or relating to pediatrics. applications are also finding new procedures using the advanced robotic and image-guided surgical practice. "Applications that were initially limited to adult procedures are now showing an improving trend in pediatric procedures as well," notes the analyst of this research service. "There is an increase in demand for these procedures to help children escape the trauma normally associated with such surgeries." Significant Benefits Drive Greater Uptake of the Technology IGS and RAS provide several advantages over traditional surgical practices. Virtual reality imaging enables surgeons to study three dimensional (3D) images of the surgical site, thereby ensuring better visualization and easier access. "Image-guided surgery gives access to abnormalities, which cannot be seen through naked eyes or be localized through traditional procedures," says the analyst. "Also, patients experience less pain during and after these minimally invasive procedures, allowing them to recover faster." RAS allows the surgeon to operate on the patient in a sitting posture, using an ergonomically designed console. This reduces the physical strain that a surgeon may undergo due to long hours of surgery and provides complete control over the operating procedure. Furthermore, remote telesurgeries are expected to revolutionize the field of surgery. With RAS, surgeons can perform long-distance surgeries as well. The lack of medical personnel, especially in remote areas, is expected to drive the demand for robots and boost the growth of this technology. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c50747 |
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