AI for Navigation in Robotic Assisted Surgeries by RSIP Vision

Every Robotic Assisted Surgeries (RAS) requires some level of navigation. While in open surgery the target is viewed directly, minimally invasive RAS views come from inside the body cavity, with a restricted field-of-view (FOV). Also, the surgeon's hands are occupied with the tools, whereas the camera is controlled by an assistant, adding another complication to the procedure – requiring perfect collaboration between them. Another challenge arises from anatomical and physiological differences between patients which make it difficult to accurately position surgical tools and recognize target organs. In gastroscopies or colonoscopies, the singular wide-angle view is often difficult to interpret, and objective navigational aid can be beneficial.