Robotic Applications in Cardiac Surgery

Details Robotic Applications in Cardiac Surgery Robotic Applications in Cardiac Surgery

2004-12-11

arxiv.org/abs/cs/0412055v1

International Journal of Advanced Robotic Systems, Volume 1, Number 2, June 2004, pp.87-92

Computer Science

Robotics

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Traditionally, cardiac surgery has been performed through a median sternotomy, which allows the surgeon generous access to the heart and surrounding great vessels. As a paradigm shift in the size and location of incisions occurs in cardiac surgery, new methods have been developed to allow the surgeon the same amount of dexterity and accessibility to the heart in confined spaces and in a less invasive manner. Initially, long instruments without pivot points were used, however, more recent robotic telemanipulation systems have been applied that allow for improved dexterity, enabling the surgeon to perform cardiac surgery from a distance not previously possible. In this rapidly evolving field, we review the recent history and clinical results of using robotics in cardiac surgery.

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