Precision and Personalization in Medical Robotics and Neurostimulation

Current Trends in Medical Robotics and Neurostimulation

Recent advancements in medical robotics and neurostimulation have shown significant progress in enhancing the precision and effectiveness of minimally invasive procedures. The field is moving towards more integrated and intelligent systems that leverage novel sensing technologies and advanced modeling techniques to improve patient outcomes. Key developments include the use of magnetic fields for precise robotic navigation and shape estimation in continuum robots, as well as the integration of image-guided systems for more accurate neurostimulation procedures. Additionally, there is a growing emphasis on patient-specific modeling to optimize deep brain stimulation therapies, reflecting a shift towards personalized medicine in neurological treatments.

Noteworthy Innovations

  • EndoMetric: Introduces a novel method for metric scale monocular SLAM in endoscopic imaging, enabling accurate measurements in medical procedures.
  • Image-Guided Robotic System for TMS: Demonstrates a robotic system that significantly improves the accuracy and repeatability of transcranial magnetic stimulation.
  • Magneto-oscillatory localization (SMOL): Offers a wireless localization method for small-scale robots, providing full six degrees of freedom in deep biological tissues.

Sources

EndoMetric: Near-light metric scale monocular SLAM

An Image-Guided Robotic System for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: System Development and Experimental Evaluation

Continuum Robot Shape Estimation Using Magnetic Ball Chains

Magnetic Ball Chain Robots for Cardiac Arrhythmia Treatment

Magneto-oscillatory localization for small-scale robots

Miniature magneto-oscillatory wireless sensor for magnetic field and gradient measurements

Fiber Activation by Bipolar Stimulation in Deep Brain Stimulation: A Patient Case Study

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