Soft Robotic Scope for Minimally Invasive Surgery Procedures

Minimally invasive surgeries like laparoscopy and arthroscopy have revolutionized healthcare, with over 17 million procedures globally enhancing patient outcomes and speeding recovery. However, a bottleneck exists in these procedures due to manual scope control, demanding surgeon dexterity and often extra personnel for camera manipulation. This manual approach not only carries the risk of severe damage to internal tissues, organs, and arteries but also increases the potential for patient complications such as infection and bleeding. To overcome these issues, the RoboScope project introduces a cutting-edge soft robotic scope with AI, seamlessly integrating advanced materials science, microelectronics, and flexible, biocompatible materials. This innovation enables precise, voice-controlled motion and real-time tracking of surgical equipment, potentially revolutionizing MIS procedures by advancing biomedical devices for reducing health related complications and improving patient care.