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Development and testing of a grasper for NOTES powered by variable stiffness pneumatic actuation
ConclusionThe grasper satisfies technical design specifications. On the basis of the results obtained, a control system can be developed to test grasper in a simulated surgery environment. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - November 30, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Michele Gabrio Antonelli, Pierluigi Beomonte Zobel, Francesco Durante, Fabio Gaj Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Robotic versus open liver resections: A case ‐matched comparison
ConclusionsThis preliminary comparison demonstrates the general feasibility of minor robotic liver resection in selected cases. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - November 30, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Philippe Morel, Minoa Jung, Sorina Cornateanu, Leo Buehler, Pietro Majno, Christian Toso, Nicolas C. Buchs, Laura Rubbia ‐Brandt, Monika E. Hagen Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

A hierarchical task analysis of shoulder arthroscopy for a virtual arthroscopic tear diagnosis and evaluation platform (VATDEP)
ConclusionWe have established a hierarchical task analysis and analyzed our performance metrics. We will further use our metrics in our VR simulator for quantitative assessment. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - November 30, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Doga Demirel, Alexander Yu, Seth Cooper ‐Baer, Aditya Dendukuri, Tansel Halic, Sinan Kockara, Nizamettin Kockara, Shahryar Ahmadi Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Insight into the da Vinci ® Xi – technical notes for single‐docking left‐sided colorectal procedures
ConclusionsThe da Vinci® Xi simplifies the docking procedure and makes single‐docking feasible for multi‐quadrant left‐sided colorectal procedures. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - November 30, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: James Chi ‐Yong Ngu, Sarah Sim, Sulaiman Yusof, Chee‐Yung Ng, Andrew Siang‐Yih Wong Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Comparative study of surgical knots using a domestically produced Chinese surgical robot, laparoscope, or barehanded approach
ConclusionsThe square knots produced by MicroHand were tighter and more solid than those by laparoscope, although the triple knots generated by the two methods were similar. Also MicroHand required a smaller operational space than the laparoscope. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - November 30, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Zhi Song, Guo ‐hui Wang, Lin‐li Sun, Bo Yi, Zheng Li, Shai‐hong Zhu Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

A prospective, randomized, controlled trial of robot ‐assisted vs freehand pedicle screw fixation in spine surgery
ConclusionRobotic‐assisted pedicle screw placement was associated with fewer proximal facet joint violations and better convergence orientations. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - September 26, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Ho ‐Joong Kim, Whan‐Ik Jung, Bong‐Soon Chang, Choon‐Ki Lee, Kyoung‐Tak Kang, Jin S. Yeom Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

A prognostic model for predicting urinary incontinence after robot ‐assisted radical prostatectomy
ConclusionsWe developed a novel prognostic model based on preoperative patient data that can be used for patient counselling. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - September 26, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Masashi Honda, Bunya Kawamoto, Shuichi Morizane, Katsuya Hikita, Kuniyasu Muraoka, Takehiro Sejima, Atsushi Takenaka Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Differential analysis of muscle fatigue induced elbow and wrist tremor in controlled laparoscopic manoeuvring
ConclusionsIn this work, we have investigated the attribution of elbow and wrist joints in FIT during laparoscopic tool manipulation. The outcomes may be useful for the design of robot‐assisted surgical manipulator, and can be used for quality assessment of surgical training as well. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - September 19, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Sourav Chandra, Mitsuhiro Hayashibe, Asokan Thondiyath, Manickam Ramalingam Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

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Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - September 3, 2016 Category: Surgery Tags: Issue Information Source Type: research

A combined registration and finite element analysis method for fast estimation of intraoperative brain shift; phantom and animal model study
ConclusionsThe proposed combination of registration and structural analysis can make the calculation of brain deformation much faster. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - August 31, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Amrollah Mohammadi, Alireza Ahmadian, Shahram Rabbani, Ehsan Fattahi, Shapour Shirani Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Impedance and admittance control for respiratory ‐motion compensation during robotic needle insertion – a preliminary test
ConclusionsThe impedance and admittance control algorithms can be applied for respiratory‐motion compensation during robotic needle insertion. However, further study is needed for them to become clinically feasible. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - August 31, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Yeoun Jae Kim, Jong Hyun Seo, Hong Rae Kim, Kwang Gi Kim Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Neurosurgical robotic arm drilling navigation system
ConclusionsThe system may be useful for neurosurgical robotic arm drilling navigation. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - August 31, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Chung ‐Chih Lin, Hsin‐Cheng Lin, Wen‐Yo Lee, Shih‐Tseng Lee, Chieh‐Tsai Wu Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

ConoSurf: Open ‐source 3D scanning system based on a conoscopic holography device for acquiring surgical surfaces
ConclusionsWe have presented a system enabling real‐time surface scanning using a tracked conoscopic holography device. Results show that it can be useful for acquiring the patient's anatomy during surgery. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - August 31, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Mikael Brudfors, Ver ónica García‐Vázquez, Begoña Sesé‐Lucio, Eugenio Marinetto, Manuel Desco, Javier Pascau Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Single ‐incision robotic cholecystectomy: A special emphasis on utilization of transparent glove ports to overcome limitations of single‐site port
ConclusionSIRC can be rapidly learnt and safely performed while overcoming the ergonomic difficulties encountered during SILC. SIRC can be a viable alternative treatment for gallbladder diseases in selected patients with strong interest in cosmetic outcomes who are willing to pay the higher costs associated with SIRC. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - August 31, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Hongeun Lee, Doo ‐ho Lee, Hongbeom Kim, Youngmin Han, Sun‐Whe Kim, Jin‐Young Jang Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

The role of visual and direct force feedback in robotics ‐assisted mitral valve annuloplasty
ConclusionsTo achieve better control of interaction forces on cardiac tissue during robotics‐assisted mitral valve annuloplasty suturing, force feedback may be required. (Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery)
Source: The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery - August 31, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Maria E. Currie, Ali Talasaz, Reiza Rayman, Michael W.A. Chu, Bob Kiaii, Terry Peters, Ana Luisa Trejos, Rajni Patel Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research