ArticleJournal of clinical medicine2020
3D Exoscope-Assisted Microvascular Anastomosis: An Evaluation on Latex Vessel Models.
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- Comparison of operative microscope and exoscope for execution of microanastomoses on an artificial model.Frontiers in surgery · 2025Article
- Even short-term training improves the skills of novice exoscope users: a prospective laboratory experiment.Acta neurochirurgica · 2024Article
- High-Definition 3D Exoscope-Assisted Barbed Pharyngoplasty for OSAS and Snoring: Better Than Live.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Otosurgery with the High-Definition Three-Dimensional (3D) Exoscope: Advantages and Disadvantages.Journal of clinical medicine · 2021Article
- Mechanism and design of a novel 8K ultra-high-definition video microscope for microsurgery.Heliyon · 2021Article
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Abstract
backgroundOver the last few years, advances in technologies and digital imaging have led to the introduction of systems that enable a new approach to microsurgery and supermicrosurgery. The exoscope is a new magnification system that provides a 3D image of the surgical field: microsurgical procedures can be performed with the aid of this instrument. Here, we describe our preliminary experience with a high-definition 3D exoscope (VITOM
methodsSix microsurgeons with various levels of experience were asked to perform three end-to-end anastomoses and two end-to-side anastomoses on latex vessel models, using, as a magnification system, the VITOM
resultsThe results of the reported evaluation of the tool's qualities, (VITOM Quality Assessment Tool) included: a good focusing of the surgical field; high image quality; strong luminance; good magnification; clear stereoscopy; and excellent freedom of movement. The exoscope proved to be user-friendly. A constant reduction in the time needed to perform the microsurgical anastomosis at each exercise was recorded. Among other advantages were the easy switching from the magnified image to the macroscopic view, superior ergonomics allowing a relaxed posture while performing the anastomosis, adequate space, and a convenient setting for the assistants to view the operating field.
conclusionsOur study showed that the exoscope VITOM 3D can be successfully used as a magnification tool for microsurgical anastomosis on synthetic vessels, and that it can also be helpful during training courses in microsurgery.
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