Robot-assisted flexible needle insertion using universal distributional deep reinforcement learning
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DOI: 10.1007/s11548-019-02098-7
Abstract: Purpose Flexible needle insertion is an important minimally invasive surgery approach for biopsy and radio-frequency ablation. This approach can minimize intraoperative trauma and improve postoperative recovery. We propose a new path planning framework using multi-goal… read more here.
Keywords: framework; insertion; flexible needle; reinforcement learning ... See more keywords
Evaluation of a pneumatic surgical robot with dynamic force feedback
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DOI: 10.1007/s11701-018-0878-2
Abstract: Robot-assisted surgery is limited by the lack of haptic feedback and increased operating times. Force scaling adjusts feedback transmitted to the operator through the use of scaling factors. Herein, we investigate how force scaling affects… read more here.
Keywords: feedback; robot; scaling factors; force ... See more keywords
A Computational Multilayer Model to Simulate Hollow Needle Insertion into Biological Porcine Liver Tissue.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2021.09.057
Abstract: BACKGROUND Modelling of needle insertion in soft tissue has developed significant interest in recent years due to its application in robot-assisted minimally invasive surgeries such as biopsies and brachytherapy. However, this type of surgery requires… read more here.
Keywords: liver tissue; insertion; tissue; model ... See more keywords
Compartment Syndrome of the Leg After Intraosseous (IO) Needle Insertion.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2019.10.066
Abstract: Intraosseous (IO) needles are used in patients who are critically ill when it is not possible to obtain venous access. While IO allows for immediate access, IO infusions are associated with complications including fractures, infections… read more here.
Keywords: syndrome leg; compartment syndrome; needle insertion;
The biomechanics of autoinjector-skin interactions during dynamic needle insertion.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2022.110995
Abstract: Autoinjector devices are rapidly becoming the preferred method of drug delivery for a wide array of pharmaceuticals such as monoclonal antibodies. Yet, our understanding of injection biomechanics is limited, but is crucially important to create… read more here.
Keywords: needle insertion; mechanics; model; biomechanics autoinjector ... See more keywords
In-plane and out-of-plane needle insertion comparison for a novel lateral block of the radial, ulnar, median and musculocutaneous nerves in cats.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.vaa.2019.02.006
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To compare two needle insertion techniques in a novel lateral approach to the radial, ulnar, median and musculocutaneous (RUMM) nerve block in cat cadavers. STUDY DESIGN Prospective, cadaveric experimental study. ANIMALS A group of… read more here.
Keywords: plane; nerve; median musculocutaneous; needle insertion ... See more keywords
A novel adaptive needle insertion sequencing for robotic, single needle MR-guided high-dose-rate prostate brachytherapy.
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DOI: 10.1088/1361-6560/aa664b
Abstract: MR-guided high-dose-rate (HDR) brachytherapy has gained increasing interest as a treatment for patients with localized prostate cancer because of the superior value of MRI for tumor and surrounding tissues localization. To enable needle insertion into… read more here.
Keywords: insertion; needle track; needle insertion; prostate brachytherapy ... See more keywords
Human–Machine Collaboration Modalities for Semi-Automated Needle Insertion Into Soft Tissue
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2017.2768123
Abstract: Needle insertion is a minimally invasive medical procedure commonly used for biopsy, ablation, or deposition of therapeutic agents. In prostate brachytherapy, needles are inserted into the prostate in order to deposit multiple rice-grain-sized radioactive seeds… read more here.
Keywords: machine; insertion; tissue; collaboration ... See more keywords
Data-Driven Modelling and Control for Robot Needle Insertion in Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2022.3140458
Abstract: Deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK) is a technique for cornea transplantation which is associated with reduced patient morbidity. DALK has been explored as a potential application of robot microsurgery because the small scales, fine control… read more here.
Keywords: deep anterior; anterior lamellar; robot; needle insertion ... See more keywords
Deconstructing Haptic Feedback Information in Robot-Assisted Needle Insertion in Soft Tissues.
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DOI: 10.1109/toh.2023.3271224
Abstract: This paper evaluates the role and effectiveness of different types of haptic feedback in presenting relevant feedback information during needle insertion in soft tissues through a remotely operated robot. We carried out three experiments with… read more here.
Keywords: information; insertion soft; haptic feedback; feedback ... See more keywords
The feasibility of micro‐ultrasound as a tool to image peripheral nerves
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DOI: 10.1111/anae.13708
Abstract: Despite widespread use of ultrasound imaging to guide needle placement, the incidence of transient and permanent nerve damage as a complication of regional anaesthesia has not changed over the last decade. In view of the… read more here.
Keywords: ultrasound imaging; micro ultrasound; tool; anatomy ... See more keywords