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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LOCATION DETERMINATION USING A VIRTUAL ALIGNMENT TARGET
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Inventor(s)
Russell Todd Nevins of Las Vegas NV (US)
David Jon Backstein of Toronto (CA)
Bradley H. Nathan of Toronto (CA)
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LOCATION DETERMINATION USING A VIRTUAL ALIGNMENT TARGET - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240221325 titled 'SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LOCATION DETERMINATION USING A VIRTUAL ALIGNMENT TARGET
The patent application describes a system and method for determining a location for a surgical procedure using a surgical tool and a 3D spatial mapping device to generate map data of a bone's surface and identify the tool's location and orientation. A computer system processes this data to determine the target location of the tool on the bone. Additionally, a mixed reality display can show a 3D virtual object and image to visualize the tool's location relative to the target location.
- Surgical tool and 3D spatial mapping device used to map bone surface and tool location.
- Computer system processes data to determine target location for surgical tool on the bone.
- Mixed reality display visualizes tool's location relative to target location using virtual object and image.
Potential Applications: - Orthopedic surgeries - Dental implant placements - Neurosurgical procedures
Problems Solved: - Accurate determination of surgical tool location on bone surface - Enhanced visualization for surgeons during procedures
Benefits: - Improved precision in surgical procedures - Reduced risk of errors and complications - Enhanced surgical outcomes
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Surgical Navigation System for Enhanced Precision in Procedures This technology can be utilized in hospitals, surgical centers, and medical facilities to improve the accuracy and efficiency of various surgical procedures, attracting healthcare providers looking to enhance patient care and outcomes.
Prior Art: Researchers and developers in the field of medical technology, surgical navigation systems, and mixed reality displays may have explored similar concepts for improving surgical precision and visualization.
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing studies may focus on optimizing the system's accuracy, expanding its compatibility with different surgical tools, and integrating advanced imaging technologies for enhanced visualization.
Questions about Surgical Navigation System: 1. How does this technology improve surgical precision compared to traditional methods? 2. What are the potential limitations or challenges of implementing this system in different surgical procedures?
Original Abstract Submitted
a system and method for determining a location for a surgical procedure, includes a surgical tool, a 3d spatial mapping device configured to generate map data representative of a three dimensional surface of a bone, and further configured to identify location and orientation data of the surgical tool. the system and method may also include a computer system that receives the map data representative of the three dimensional surface of a bone and the location and orientation data of the surgical tool from the 3d spatial mapping device, and is configured to determine a target location of the surgical tool on the bon. the system and method may also include a mixed reality display, wherein the computer system is configured to send the map data representative of the three dimensional surface of a bone and the location and orientation data of the surgical tool to the mixed reality display, and the mixed reality display is configured to generate a 3d virtual object and a virtual image, wherein the location of the virtual image with respect to the 3d virtual object is correlated to the location of the surgical tool with respect to the target location.
