This past week, Novarad Corporation used VisAR, its augmented reality surgical navigation system, to biopsy an intraventricular tumor from the brain of a patient at MAC CDMX Hospital in Mexico. This surgical procedure marks the first-of-its-kind application of augmented reality surgery in Latin America, demonstrating Novarad's commitment to pushing the boundaries of medical science and providing patients with cutting-edge, low-cost treatment options for diseases like cancer.
It was announced in July that surgeons at MAC CDMX Hospital successfully performed a spine surgery using VisAR's navigation. As a pioneer in AR navigation, VisAR was used to perform a far more challenging and risky surgery in this case. It was Dr. Alberto Ramirez and Dr. Jose Francisco Cuellar, who were assisted by Dr. Wendell Gibby, a Novarad neurosurgeon, who used VisAR in order to biopsy a malignant tumor deep within the brain's 3rd ventricle.
As a result of VisAR, surgeons can visualize the patient's anatomy in real-time, in three dimensions, as well as navigate surgical instruments precisely with optical tracking via a code attached to the device. As a result of this innovative system, surgeons are able to superimpose critical information on the surgical field, providing unmatched accuracy and precision in delicate procedures. As a result of VisAR's enhanced situational awareness, surgeons are able to reduce the risk of complications and ensure optimal outcomes by enhancing their situational awareness.
The exact targeting and biopsy of intraventricular tumors is arguably one of the most challenging procedures in neurosurgery, which is evidenced by the potential of VisAR, which combines advanced imaging software with an off-the-shelf Microsoft HoloLens to revolutionize the delivery of healthcare.
As a result of performing the first spine cases, we have learned that VisAR can be used to place implants with a high degree of accuracy and safety," said Dr. Matusek.. In this case, Ramirez was one of the surgeons involved in the procedure.. When we performed the cranial case, we found that we could smoothly and confidently guide our craniotomy margins when entering the anatomical corridor for tumor reception after performing the cranial case.. My opinion is that VisAR navigation is an essential part of the VisAR experience in some way. While there may have been a slight increase in surgical time, we are seeing such a dramatic improvement in patient outcomes. The ability to see and understand the effects of a brain injury has greatly improved over the past few decades. It seems to me that it is a revolutionary invention, as I mentioned in the previous spinal surgery that I had
It seems to me that it is a revolutionary invention, as I mentioned in the previous spinal surgery that I had
It has been 7 years since VisAR was developed. In 2005, it was the first AR device approved by the FDA for preoperative planning. Since then, it has rapidly evolved, and in 2022, it has been cleared for stereotactic navigation for the spine by the FDA. In the last eight years, it has been used for a wide range of applications, such as spinal implant guidance, plastic surgery, orthopedic trauma, and oncology, as well as interventional radiology, in eight countries.
The technology is currently available in the United States, Mexico, and Indonesia, and other countries are expected to approve the technology in the coming months. If you would like more information or to schedule a demonstration, visit www.novarad.net/visar.
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It has been announced by Novarad that its augmented reality surgical navigation system, VisAR, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the field of orthopedics and spinal surgery...
A pioneer in innovative medical technology, Novarad, is creating a revolution in the world of cranial neurosurgery with their augmented reality surgical system, which is set to revolutionize the field...
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