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A Novel Robotic Endoscopic Device Used for Operative Hysteroscopy

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Harvey Lara , Hendrick Richard , Dillon Neal , Blum Evan , Branscombe Lauren , Webster Scott , Webster Robert J , Anderson Ted . Journal of minimally invasive gynecology. 2020 6 12; 27(7). 1631-1635

ABSTRACT

To trial the use of a novel endoscopic robot that functions using concentric tube robots, enabling 2-handed surgery in small spaces, in a bioengineering laboratory. This was a feasibility study of the endoscopic robot for hysteroscopic applications, including removal of a simulated endometrial polyp. The endoscopic robot was successfully used to resect a simulated endometrial polyp from a porcine uterine tissue model in a fluid environment. The potential advantages of this platform to the surgeon may include improved exposure, finer dissection capability, and use of a 2-handed surgical technique. Further study regarding the safe, efficient, and cost-effective use of the endoscopic robot in gynecology is needed.

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