УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ФЛУОРЕСЦЕНТНОЙ ВИЗУАЛИЗАЦИИ ОБЪЕКТОВ В БЛИЖНЕМ ИНФРАКРАСНОМ ДИАПАЗОНЕ ПРИ ВЫПОЛНЕНИИ ОТКРЫТОЙ ХИРУРГИЧЕСКОЙ ОПЕРАЦИИ

Mikroskopiesystem und Verfahren zum Betrieb eines Mikroskopiesystems

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Mikroskopiesystem, umfassend:- ein Mikroskop (2),- ein Stativ (3) zur Halterung des Mikroskops (2), wobei das Stativ (3) mindestens eine Antriebseinrichtung zur Bewegung des Mikroskops (2) umfasst,- mindestens eine Lageerfassungseinrichtung zur Erfassung einer räumlichen Lage mindestens eines an einem Körperteil oder einem Instrument (19) befestigbaren Targets (9), wobei die Lagererfassungseinrichtung das mindestens eine Target (9) mit mindestens einem Markerelement (22, 22a, ..., 22d) und eine Bilderfassungseinrichtung (10) zur optischen Erfassung des Targets (9) umfasst,- mindestens eine Steuereinrichtung (7) zur des Betriebs des Mikroskopiesystems (1) in Abhängigkeit der erfassten Lage des Targets (9), wobei die Lagererfassungseinrichtung ausgebildet ist, die Lage des Targets (9) durch Auswertung eines zweidimensionalen Abbilds der Bilderfassungseinrichtung (10) zu bestimmen sowie ein Verfahren zum Betrieb eines Mikroskopiesystems (1).

STAND WITH AN OPERATING MICROSCOPE

Systems and methods for combined Femto-Phaco surgery

Systems and methods are described for a combined Femto and Phaco surgical system built into a single housing. The system advantageously permits each of the Femto device and Phaco surgical tray to be rotated out of the way or into the position without requiring movement of a patient. Thus, a user can switch between Femto and Phaco surgical procedures without movement of the patient.

MOTORIZED FULL FIELD ADAPTIVE MICROSCOPE

An optical imaging system for imaging a target during a medical procedure. The imaging system includes an optical assembly including moveable zoom optics and moveable focus optics. The system includes a zoom actuator and a focus actuator for positioning the zoom and focus optics, respectively. The system includes a controller for controlling the zoom and focus actuators independently in response to received control input. The system includes a camera for capturing an image of the target from the optical assembly. The system may be capable of performing autofocus during a medical procedure.

Medical device with a medical-optical device and a holding device and method of operating the medical device.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine medizinische Vorrichtung, aufweisend ein medizinisch-optisches Gerät (2) und eine Haltevorrichtung (1) mit wenigstens zwei Haltearmen (3, 4, 5, 6), die über ein Gelenk (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) mit wenigstens einem Bewegungsfreiheitsgrad beweglich miteinander verbunden sind, und mit einem Aktor (14, 15), der derart mit den wenigstens zwei Haltearmen (3, 4, 5, 6) verbunden ist, dass über den Aktor (14, 15) eine Kraft zwischen den wenigstens zwei Haltearmen (3, 4, 5, 6) in Richtung des Bewegungsfreiheitsgrads ausübbar ist. Eine Steuereinheit umfasst einen ersten Regler zur Ausgabe eines ersten Steuersignals über ein Stellglied an den Aktor (14, 15). Das medizinisch-optische Gerät (2) ist an der Haltevorrichtung (1) gehaltert. Erfindungsgemäss umfasst die Steuereinheit Mittel zur Messung eines kinematischen Zustands am Gelenk (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) und einen zweiten Regler zur Ausgabe eines zweiten Steuersignals über das Stellglied an den Aktor (14, 15). Die Steuereinheit ...

Medical device comprising a medical-optical device and a holding device and method for operating the medical device.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine medizinische Vorrichtung, aufweisend ein medizinisch-optisches Gerät (2) und eine Haltevorrichtung (1) mit wenigstens zwei Haltearmen (3, 4, 5, 6) die über ein Gelenk (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) mit wenigstens einem Bewegungsfreiheitsgrad beweglich miteinander verbunden sind, und mit einem Aktor (14, 15), der derart mit den wenigstens zwei Haltearmen (3, 4, 5, 6) verbunden ist, dass über den Aktor (14, 15) eine Kraft zwischen den wenigstens zwei Haltearmen (3, 4, 5, 6) in Richtung des Bewegungsfreiheitsgrads ausübbar ist. Eine Steuereinheit umfasst einen ersten Regler zur Ausgabe eines ersten Steuersignals über ein Stellglied an den Aktor (14, 15). Das medizinisch-optische Gerät (2) ist an der Haltevorrichtung (1) gehaltert. Erfindungsgemäß umfasst die Steuereinheit Mittel zur Messung eines kinematischen Zustands am Gelenk (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) und einen zweiten Regler zur Ausgabe eines zweiten Steuersignals über das Stellglied an den Aktor (14, 15). Die Steuereinheit ist ...

A stand and method for torque compensation.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Stativ (10), insbesondere zur Aufnahme eines medizinisch-optischen Geräts (26), beispielsweise eines Operationsmikroskops, mit einem ersten Stativteil (12) und mit einem mit dem ersten Stativteil (12) mittels eines Drehgelenks (16) drehbeweglich verbundenen zweiten Stativteil (14), der um eine Drehachse (18) relativ zu dem ersten Stativteil (12) bewegt werden kann, mit einem an dem ersten Stativteil (12) abgestützten Antriebsaggregat (54), das ein mit dem zweiten Stativteil (14) gekoppeltes Antriebsorgan (56) hat, und mit einer Steuereinrichtung, die eine mit dem Antriebsaggregat (54) verbundene Controllerbaugruppe zum Einstellen eines mit dem Antriebsorgan (56) des Antriebsaggregats (54) bereitgestellten Antriebsmoments aufweist. Erfindungsgemäß enthält die Steuereinrichtung einen Momentensensor (76) zum Erfassen eines den zweiten Stativteil (14) beaufschlagenden Moments und eine mit der Controllerbaugruppe verbundene Steuersignalbaugruppe, die aus dem mittels ...

Stand and method for torque compensation.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Stativ (10), insbesondere zur Aufnahme eines medizinisch-optischen Geräts (26), beispielsweise eines Operationsmikroskops, mit einem ersten Stativteil (12) und mit einem mit dem ersten Stativteil (12) mittels eines Drehgelenks (16) drehbeweglich verbundenen zweiten Stativteil (14), der um eine Drehachse (18) relativ zu dem ersten Stativteil (12) bewegt werden kann, mit einem an dem ersten Stativteil (12) abgestützten Antriebsaggregat (54), das ein mit dem zweiten Stativteil (14) gekoppeltes Antriebsorgan (56) hat, und mit einer Steuereinrichtung, die eine mit dem Antriebsaggregat (54) verbundene Controllerbaugruppe zum Einstellen eines mit dem Antriebsorgan (56) des Antriebsaggregats (54) bereitgestellten Antriebsmoments aufweist. Erfindungsgemäss enthält die Steuereinrichtung einen Momentensensor (76) zum Erfassen eines den zweiten Stativteil (14) beaufschlagenden Moments und eine mit der Controllerbaugruppe verbundene Steuersignalbaugruppe, die aus dem mittels ...

Medical observation device

Microscope capable of automatically locking moving arm

Endoscope fixing device using movable support arm of operation microscope as fixing frame

Portable low-temperature sterile microsurgery operation box

IMAGING DEVICE

A lighting/image capture unit (12) is connected to a second arm member (32) via a support metal piece (43), a camera platform unit (41), and a camera platform support unit (42). Arranged between the lighting/image capture unit (12) and the support metal piece (43) is a rotation mechanism (61) for rotating the lighting/image capture unit (12) in a roll-axis rotation oriented in the Z-direction. In addition, arranged between the support metal piece (43) and the camera platform unit (41) is a rotation mechanism (62) for rotating the lighting/image capture unit (12) in a pan-axis rotation oriented in the X-direction. In addition, arranged between the camera platform unit (41) and the camera platform support unit (42) is a moving mechanism (63) for rotating the camera platform unit (41) in a tilt-axis rotation oriented in the Y-direction. By means of the rotation mechanisms (61), (62), (63), the lighting/image capture unit (12) rotates about three orthogonal axes.

MEDICAL DEVICE FOR EYE SURGERY

Disclosed is a control unit of a surgical device, the surgical device (2) comprising: - at least one surgical tool comprising a so-called distal end capable of coming into contact with a patient (5), and capable of being positioned in the patient (5), - at least one robotic movable element (7) on which the surgical tool is mounted, the robotic movable element (7) being capable of moving the surgical tool, - at least one depth imaging tool (8) capable of acquiring a depth image (22) at an acquisition zone on the patient (5), the imaging tool (8) being capable of moving the acquisition zone on the patient (5), the control unit (1) being capable of sending information to the at least one robotic movable element (7) and/or the imaging tool (8) such that the position of the acquisition zone substantially coincides with the position of the distal end of the surgical tool.

Control device, control method, and surgical system

To provide a control device, control method, and surgical system that can further improve safety. Provided is the control device including: a driving control unit (146) configured to control driving of an arm unit (112) that supports a medical instrument (111); a region setting unit (142) configured to set an intrusion appropriateness region for which appropriateness of intrusion of the medical instrument or the arm unit is determined in a space on a basis of a peripheral image showing a peripheral state of the medical instrument or the arm unit; an intrusion determination unit (144) configured to determine presence/absence of intrusion of the medical instrument or the arm unit into the intrusion appropriateness region when the driving control unit controls driving of the arm unit in accordance with a non-contact operation by a user with respect to the arm unit; and an action instruction unit (145) configured to cause an intrusion hindering action for hindering intrusion of the medical ...

MEDICAL HANDLING DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING A HANDLING DEVICE

Die Offenbarung betrifft eine medizinische Handhabungsvorrichtung mit einem Instrumentenhalter (40) zur Aufnahme eines Beobachtungsinstruments (38) mit einem Bildaufnehmer (118) zur Erfassung eines Bildausschnitts (116) einer Objektebene (16); einer robotischen Handhabungseinheit (34), die den Instrumentenhalter (40) trägt; einer Steuereinrichtung (44) mit einer Handhabungssteuereinheit (46) zur Steuerung der robotischen Handhabungseinheit (34) und einer Instrumentensteuereinheit (48) zur Steuerung des Beobachtungsinstruments (38); und einem mit der Steuereinrichtung (44) gekoppelten Eingabegerät (50) zur Wahl eines wiederzugebenden Bildausschnitts (116) (116), wobei die Steuereinrichtung (44) dazu ausgebildet ist, eine gegebene Ausrichtung des Beobachtungsinstruments (38) zu erfassen, und wobei die Steuereinrichtung (44) dazu ausgebildet ist, die robotische Handhabungseinheit (34) unter Berücksichtigung der gegebenen Ausrichtung des Beobachtungsinstruments (38) in Reaktion auf Bedienereingaben ...

MEDICAL HANDLING DEVICE

Die Offenbarung betrifft eine medizinische Handhabungsvorrichtung mit einem einen Instrumentenhalter (40) zur Aufnahme eines Beobachtungsinstruments (38) mit einem Bildaufnehmer (118) zur Erfassung eines Bildausschnitts (116); einer robotischen Handhabungseinheit (34), die den Instrumentenhalter (40) trägt; einer Steuereinrichtung (44) mit einer Handhabungssteuereinheit (46) zur Steuerung der robotischen Handhabungseinheit (34) und einer Instrumentensteuereinheit (48) zur Steuerung des Beobachtungsinstruments (38); und mit einem mit der Steuereinrichtung (44) gekoppelten Eingabegerät (50) zur Wahl eines wiederzugebenden Bildausschnitts (116), wobei die Steuereinrichtung (44) dazu ausgebildet ist, die robotische Handhabungseinheit (34) in Reaktion auf Bedienereingaben am Eingabegerät (50) zu steuern, um den erfassten Bildausschnitt (116) zu ändern, und wobei die Steuereinrichtung (44) dazu ausgebildet ist, Bedienbefehle am Eingabegerät (50) in Abhängigkeit von einer gegebenen Orientierung ...

MEDICAL OBSERVATION APPARATUS AND MEDICAL OBSERVATION SYSTEM

VIDEO BASED MICROSCOPE ADJUSTMENT

The present invention relates to anoptical observation device which is controlled in a sterility preserving manner, and to a corresponding controlling program and/or program storage medium.

SURGICAL MICROSOPE DEVICE AND SURGICAL MICROSCOPE SYSTEM

This surgical microscope device allows an operation to be continued with greater certainty even when the image of the surgical site is no longer normally displayed. Provided is a surgical microscope device comprising a microscope unit (110) that captures an image of an observation object and outputs an image signal, a support unit (120) that supports the microscope unit and is constituted as a balance arm, and an auxiliary observation device (30) that is detachable from the microscope unit or the support unit, wherein a manually operated manual brake mechanism (40) is provided in at least one of a plurality of rotation axis parts that constitute the support unit.

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE SYSTEM AND CORRESPONDING APPARATUS, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM

Examples relate to a surgical microscope system and a corresponding apparatus, method and computer program. The surgical microscope system comprises one or more sensors for providing sensor information about a balance of the surgical microscope system. The surgical microscope system comprises one or more brakes for holding at least one component of the surgical microscope system in place. The surgical microscope system comprises a surgical microscope. The surgical microscope system comprises a processing module, configured to process the sensor information. The processing module is configured to determine an information about the balance of the surgical microscope system. In some embodiments, the processing module is configured to provide a warning to a user of the surgical microscope system based on the information about the balance of the surgical microscope system. The warning indicates a danger of imbalance in the surgical microscope system. Alternatively or additionally, the processing ...

Medical observation apparatus and medical observation system

A medical observation apparatus according to the present invention includes a microscope unit, a support unit that movably supports the microscope unit and that includes a plurality of arm portions and a plurality of joint portions, each of which holds the arm portions rotatably about a predetermined axis, and a cable connected to the microscope unit and inserted through an interior of the support unit, wherein at least one of the joint portions includes a twisting joint portion that rotates a rotation-target arm portion about an axis parallel to a central axis of the rotation-target arm portion, and the twisting joint portion includes a rotational-shaft portion, a rotational portion that holds the rotation-target arm portion, fixes the cable at a position offset from the central axis of the rotational-shaft portion, and is rotatable about the central axis, and an extending portion that extends from the rotational-shaft portion.

BALANCING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR BALANCING A MICROSCOPE

The invention relates to a balancing device (14) for balancing a microscope (12) with respect to a rotation axis (1000), the balancing device (14) comprising a balancing weight (16) arranged around and assigned to the rotation axis (1000), such that the balancing weight (16) is rotatable around the rotation axis (1000), wherein a center of mass of the balancing weight (16) is arranged apart from the rotation axis (1000). The balancing device (14) further comprises a lever (18) for indicating a torque acting on the balancing device (14) and/or on the balancing weight (16), wherein the lever (18) is arranged around and assigned to the rotation axis (1000) to be rotatable around the rotation axis (1000), wherein the lever (18) extends within the balancing weight (16) and is movable by the torque within a predetermined range with respect to the balancing weight (16), and wherein an electrical potential of the lever (18) is set to a predetermined first potential value. Furthermore, the balancing ...

Electronic vision system and use thereof

The electronic vision system for assisting a skin care professional during treatment generally has: a support structure; a monitor being mounted to the support structure and having a sagittal plane; a video camera mounted to the support structure via an articulation, a field of view extending along an optical axis and a sagittal axis, the articulation having at least one pivot joint allowing pivoting movement of the optical axis relative to the monitor and preventing rotation of the video camera relative to the monitor and maintaining the parallelism of the sagittal axis of the video camera and the sagittal plane of the monitor; and a signal connection between the video camera and the monitor allowing the monitor to display a real-time video.

MEDICAL OBSERVATION DEVICE AND MEDICAL OBSERVATION SYSTEM

Provided is a medical observation device including: a microscope section that images a surgical site; a holding section that holds the microscope section on a tip end side; a base section to which a base end of the holding section is connected; and an operation section that is provided at the base section for performing various kinds of operating input.

Slave Device and Control Method Therefor, and Eye Surgery Device and Control Method Therefor

A slave device according to an example embodiment may comprise: a lower shaft; an upper shaft connected to the lower shaft so as to be able to slide with a single degree of freedom; a lower gripper rotatably supporting the lower shaft; an upper gripper rotatably supporting the upper shaft; a lower delta robot movably supporting the lower gripper; and an upper delta robot movably supporting the upper gripper.

Surgical microscope with movable beam deflector, method for operating the same and retrofit-kit

A surgical microscope, a method for observing an object in an observation area during surgery, and a retrofit-kit for a surgical microscope are provided. The surgical microscope includes at least one optical carrier for variably deflecting an observation axis of an optical observation assembly into an optical viewing axis directed towards the observation area. The optical carrier includes at least one optical beam deflector and is arranged between the optical observation assembly and the observation area. The optical carrier further includes a movable range-setting system for supporting the at least one optical beam deflector and for positioning the at least one optical beam deflector at a variable distance from the optical observation assembly.

MOTORIZED FULL FIELD ADAPTIVE MICROSCOPE

An optical imaging system for imaging a target during a medical procedure. The imaging system includes an optical assembly including moveable zoom optics and moveable focus optics. The system includes a zoom actuator and a focus actuator for positioning the zoom and focus optics, respectively. The system includes a controller for controlling the zoom and focus actuators independently in response to received control input. The system includes a camera for capturing an image of the target from the optical assembly. The system may be capable of performing autofocus during a medical procedure.

Cross arm locking mechanism of operation microscope rack

Stand having counterbalance part

Surgical microscope with movable beam deflector, method of operating the same, and reconstruction kit

OPHTHALMOLOGIC EXAMINING AND/OR THERAPEUTIC DEVICE HAVING ARTICULATED ARMS THAT CAN BE COUPLED

The invention relates to an ophthalmologic examining and/or therapeutic device, comprising a main body, a first (21) and a second articulated arm (22) having a first (51) and a second applicator (52) for applying an examination or a therapy to an eye of a patient, and a coupling system (02) having a first (70) and a second coupling element (80), wherein the first coupling element is designed to be fit into and fastened in the second coupling element in order to couple the first and second articulated arms. The invention further relates to a coupling system and to a method for coupling two articulated arms. The problem of describing systems and methods by means of which simple, controlled, and stress-free coupling of the articulated arms is possible without the function of the ophthalmologic examining and/or therapeutic device being impeded is solved by means of a coupling system in which the first coupling element contains a Cardanic suspension (75) and by means of a method for coupling ...

MEDICAL OBSERVATION APPARATUS AND MEDICAL OBSERVATION SYSTEM

A medical observation apparatus according to the present invention includes a microscope unit, a support unit that movably supports the microscope unit and that includes a plurality of arm portions and a plurality of joint portions, each of which holds the arm portions rotatably about a predetermined axis, and a cable connected to the microscope unit and inserted through an interior of the support unit, wherein at least one of the joint portions includes a twisting joint portion that rotates a rotation-target arm portion about an axis parallel to a central axis of the rotation-target arm portion, and the twisting joint portion includes a rotational-shaft portion, a rotational portion that holds the rotation-target arm portion, fixes the cable at a position offset from the central axis of the rotational-shaft portion, and is rotatable about the central axis, and an extending portion that extends from the rotational-shaft portion.

NEAR INFRARED ILLUMINATION FOR SURGICAL PROCEDURE

Systems, devices, and methods for surgical illumination and imaging of ophthalmologic structures within a human eye are disclosed. In various embodiments, an emitter, imaging sensor, and a system control image processor are configured to irradiate ophthalmologic structures with near infrared light, detect near-infrared scatter from the irradiated ophthalmologic structures and visible light in real-time and generate or otherwise cause an image to be displayed on the user display that includes the detected near-infrared scatter from the irradiated ophthalmologic structures displayed in real-time. In one or more embodiments, the image is a virtual image of the irradiated ophthalmologic structures generated at least based on near-infrared light scattering coefficients of the irradiated ophthalmologic structures. In certain embodiments, the image displayed on the user display includes the detected near-infrared scatter from the irradiated ophthalmologic structures overlaid on a real-time view ...

Method for automatedly aligning a stand for a microscope, stand for a microscope and microscope assembly

The invention relates to a method for automatedly aligning a stand (12) for a microscope (14), wherein the stand (12) for the microscope (14) comprises controllable positioning means (16) for positioning the microscope (14) and controllable orienting means (18) for orienting the microscope (14). The method comprises defining a target point (24) to be observed by the microscope (14), wherein the target point (24) is located within a coordinate range accessible by the stand (12), stabilizing the microscope (14) at a user determined position in an automated manner by means of the controllable positioning means (16) of the stand, and adjusting an orientation of the microscope (14) at the user determined position to the target point (24) in an automated manner using the controllable orienting means (18) of the stand. The invention further relates to a stand, a microscope assembly (10), a control unit, a computer program and a computer-readable data storage.

Verfahren zum Betreiben eines Operationsmikroskopiesystems sowie Operationsmikroskopiesystem

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zum Betreiben eines Mikroskopiesystems (1) umfassend ein Mikroskop (3) und ein Stativ zur Halterung des Mikroskops (3), wobei das Mikroskop (3) an dem Stativ angeordnet ist, wobei das Stativ mindestens eine Antriebseinrichtung (M, M1, M2, M3) zur Bewegung des Mikroskops (3) umfasst, wobei ein Sollwert oder eine Soll-Änderung einer modulierbaren Trägheit des Mikroskopiesystems (3) in Abhängigkeit einer Zustandsgröße und/oder in Abhängigkeit von Nutzerinformationen (Nl) und/oder in Abhängigkeit einer auf das Mikroskopiesystem (1) wirkenden Kraft (F) und/oder in Abhängigkeit eines aktuellen Anwendungsfalls bestimmt wird, wobei die mindestens eine Antriebseinrichtung (M, M1, M2, M3) derart gesteuert wird, dass eine Abweichung zwischen dem Sollwert und einem Ist-Wert der modulierbaren Trägheit reduziert oder die modulierbare Trägheit entsprechend der Soll-Änderung verändert wird.

Operationsmikroskop-Stativ mit einer Dichtungsanordnung

Ein Operationsmikroskop-Stativ umfasst eine Tragstruktur (302) mit einer Öffnung (315) und ein Stativelement (304), das durch die Öffnung (315) der Tragstruktur (302) geführt ist, wobei das Stativelement (304) relativ zu der Tragstruktur (302) translatorisch beweglich angeordnet ist. Zwischen der Tragstruktur (302) und dem Stativelement (304) ist ein Dichtelement (342) angeordnet. Ein erstes Ende des Dichtelements (304) weist an einer ersten Anschlussstelle (341) einen ersten Umfang auf und ist formschlüssig und abdichtend an dem Stativelement (304) angeordnet. Ein zweites Ende des Dichtelements (304) weist an einer zweiten Anschlussstelle (342) einen zweiten Umfang auf und ist formschlüssig und abdichtend an der Tragstruktur (302) angeordnet. Der zweite Umfang größer ist als der erste Umfang. Das Dichtelement (304) ist zwischen der ersten Anschlussstelle (341) und der zweiten Anschlussstelle (342) als Membran ausgebildet. Das Material des Dichtelements (304) ist zwischen der ersten Anschlussstelle ...

Operationsmikroskop mit Stativ und Verfahren zur Auslegung eines Stativs

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Stativ (2) für ein Operationsmikroskop (1) mit einem Digiskop (20) und einer bildgebende Einheit (31), wobei das Digiskop (20) und die bildgebende Einheit (30) miteinander verbunden sind und an einem ersten Gelenk (11) um eine Drehachse (19) drehbar auf einem Arm (6) des Stativs (2) gelagert sind und wobei das Digiskop (20) und die bildgebende Einheit (30) auf einer Brücke (10) zur Sicherstellung einer festen räumlichen Beziehung, insbesondere eines Abstandes, größer als Null von dem Digiskop (20) zu der bildgebenden Einheit (30) bei einer Relativbewegung des Digiskops (20) zum Patienten (42) angeordnet sind.Die Erfindung betrifft weiterhin ein Verfahren zur Auslegung eines Stativs (2) mit einer Brücke (10), auf der eine Aufnahme (21) für ein Digiskop (20) und eine Anbindung (31) für eine bildgebende Einheit (30) angeordnet sind, wobei die Brücke (10) an einem ersten Gelenk (11) um eine Drehachse (19) drehbar auf einem Arm (6) des Stativs (2) gelagert ist, umfassend ...

Novel brothers microsurgery medical instrument anchor clamps

Motorisierter Positionierarm

Die Erfindung betrifft einen motorisierten Positionierarm (1000) zum Positionieren von Instrumenten, insbesondere medizintechnischen Instrumenten, wobei der motorisierte Positionierarm (1000) mindestens zwei Armelemente (1100a, 1100b) aufweist, die mittels eines zentralen Gelenks (1001) schwenkbar um eine Schwenkachse miteinander verbunden sind, wobei zumindest eines der Armelemente (1100a, 1100b) ein weiteres Gelenk (1110a, 1110b) an einem dem zentralen Gelenk (1001) entgegengesetzten Ende (1120a, 1120b) aufweist, wobei der motorisierte Positionierarm (1000) einen Blockiermechanismus (1200) zum Blockieren und Freigeben des zentralen Gelenks (1001) und des zumindest einen weiteren Gelenks (1 1 10a, 1110b) aufweist, wobei der Blockiermechanismus (1200) eine zentrale Welle (1210), die koaxial zu der Schwenkachse angeordnet ist, und zumindest eine Übertragungseinrichtung (1220) von der zentralen Welle (1210) zu dem zumindest einen weiteren Gelenk (1110a, 1110b) aufweist, und wobei der Blockiermechanismus ...

A cable connected with the operation microscope of the fixed station

Surgical microscope suspension device for medical treatment

MEDICAL OBSERVATION APPARATUS AND OBSERVATION FIELD CORRECTION METHOD

Provided is a medical observation apparatus which includes: an imaging unit that acquires video data which is data for video of a subject to be observed; a support unit that supports the imaging unit; a trigger operation detection unit that detects a trigger operation which is a predetermined operation relating to an action of the imaging unit; a treatment tool recognition unit that recognizes the form of a treatment tool included in the video on the basis of the video data; and an observation field correction unit that corrects the observation field on the basis of the form of the treatment tool recognized by the treatment tool recognition unit when the trigger operation is detected by the trigger operation detection unit, the observation field being the range of a display video displayed on a display device on the basis of the video data.

MEDICAL HOLDING APPARATUS

... [Problem] To provide a medical holding apparatus which is capable of improving manipulability for a manipulator. [Solution] A medical holding apparatus which includes: an arm which is composed of a plurality of links connected to each other by joints, has at least 6 degrees of freedom by rotational movement about a rotational axis, functions as a balance arm due to a counterweight, and supports a medical device; and an arm control unit that controls movements of the arm. At least three of the joints of the arm have an angle sensor that detects a rotational angle of the rotational axis and an actuator that provides the joint with assistance force to assist rotation. The arm control unit controls the assistance force of each actuator such that an amount of manipulation force required for a manipulator to move the medical device that is supported by the arm is within a predetermined range, on the basis of detection results from the angle sensors.

APPARATUSES FOR SECURING A MEDICAL DEVICE AND RELATED METHODS THEREOF

The present invention relates to an apparatus for securing a medical device. In particular, the present invention relates to apparatuses for securing medical devices in a desired manner, wherein the apparatuses having an elongated main body, an anchoring region, a medical device attachment region, and a connection region. Such apparatuses are useful for securing a particular medical device (e.g., a microwave energy delivery device) in a favorable position while conducting a medical procedure with such a medical device (e.g., ablation of peripheral lung tissue).

OPERATING MICROSCOPE FOR TWO SURGEONS

An operating microscope for two surgeons, comprising a support (1), a microscope body (2), a first autostereoscopic 3D display (3) and a second autostereoscopic 3D display (4). The microscope body (2) is mounted on the support (1), a photosensitive element (24) is arranged in the microscope body (2), the first autostereoscopic 3D display (3) and the second autostereoscopic 3D display (4) are respectively connected to the photosensitive element (24), the display directions of the first autostereoscopic 3D display (3) and the second autostereoscopic 3D display (4) are opposite, and the directions of an image displayed by the first autostereoscopic 3D display (3) and an image displayed by the second autostereoscopic 3D display (4) are different by 180 degrees. The operating microscope for two surgeons enables an operator (9) and an assistant (10) of different body sizes to maintain reasonable ergonomic postures, see true images of their respective perspectives, observe the state of each other ...

Surgical microscope device and surgical microscope system

A surgical electronic microscope device (10) includes a microscope unit (110) and a support unit (120) that supports the microscope unit (110). The microscope unit (110) images an operative site of a patient (330) on an operating table (340), and outputs an image signal. The support unit (120) includes a prop unit (290c). The prop unit (290c) supports a second arm (290b) rotatably around an axis (05). The second arm (290b) supports a first arm (290a) rotatably around an axis (04). The first arm (290a) supports the microscope unit (110). Pivoting the second arm (290b) on the axis (05) while keeping the first arm (290a) substantially level makes it possible to change a height of the microscope unit (110). A length (V) of the second arm (290b) is greater than a length (H) of the first arm (290a). Accordingly, a movable range of the microscope unit (110) in a vertical direction is wide. Both an operation performed by a surgeon at a standing position and an operation performed by a surgeon at ...

Apparatus, surgical microscopy system, and method for compensating a balancing error in a stand for a surgical microscope

A stand for a surgical microscope includes a first stand part including a first bearing and a second bearing, a shaft arranged in the first bearing and defining a rotation axis, a second stand part fixedly connected to the shaft, mounted on the first stand part together with the shaft pivotably about the rotation axis, and including a force transmission point, a lever part mounted on the second stand part at the force transmission point, arranged pivotably about the rotation axis, and including a third bearing, and a torque compensation assembly applying a counter torque to the second stand part to compensate a load torque including a dynamic load torque occurring when the second stand part is pivoted about the rotation axis and a static load torque resulting from a gravitation force acting on the second stand part and on elements mounted on the second stand part.

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE DEVICE AND SURGICAL MICROSCOPE SYSTEM

A surgical electronic microscope device () includes a microscope unit () and a support unit () that supports the microscope unit (). The microscope unit () images an operative site of a patient () on an operating table (), and outputs an image signal. The support unit () includes a prop unit (). The prop unit () supports a second arm () rotatably around an axis (). The second arm () supports a first arm () rotatably around an axis (). The first arm () supports the microscope unit (). Pivoting the second arm () on the axis () while keeping the first arm () substantially level makes it possible to change a height of the microscope unit (). A length (V) of the second arm () is greater than a length (H) of the first arm (). Accordingly, a movable range of the microscope unit () in a vertical direction is wide. Both an operation performed by a surgeon at a standing position and an operation performed by a surgeon at a seated position can be therefore covered. 1. (canceled)2: A surgical microscope system comprising:a microscope configured to image an operative site of a patient, and output an image signal; anda support configured to support the microscope at a distal end, whereinthe support includes a first arm, a first joint, a second arm, and a second joint, the second arm supporting a proximal end of the first arm at the first joint rotatably around a first rotation axis of the first joint orthogonal to a vertical direction and being supported at the second joint rotatably around a second rotation axis of the second joint orthogonal to the vertical direction,{'sub': 2max', '2max, 'wherein the support is configured such that 200 (mm) Подробнее

METHOD FOR AUTOMATEDLY ALIGNING A STAND FOR A MICROSCOPE, STAND FOR A MICROSCOPE AND MICROSCOPE ASSEMBLY

The invention relates to a method for automatedly aligning a stand (12) for a microscope (14), wherein the stand (12) for the microscope (14) comprises controllable positioning means (16) for positioning the microscope (14) and controllable orienting means (18) for orienting the microscope (14). The method comprises defining a target point (24) to be observed by the microscope (14), wherein the target point (24) is located within a coordinate range accessible by the stand (12), stabilizing the microscope (14) at a user determined position in an automated manner by means of the controllable positioning means (16) of the stand, and adjusting an orientation of the microscope (14) at the user determined position to the target point (24) in an automated manner using the controllable orienting means (18) of the stand. The invention further relates to a stand, a microscope assembly (10), a control unit, a computer program and a computer-readable data storage.

РЕГУЛИРУЕМЫЙ ШТАТИВ ДЛЯ ОПТИЧЕСКОГО ПРИБОРА ДЛЯ НАБЛЮДЕНИЯ

Регулируемый штатив для оптического прибора для наблюдения, в частности для операционного микроскопа, имеет ось (1) наклона и ось (2) поворота для прибора и фланец (4) для соединения с прибором или дополнительным элементом регулируемого штатива. На одной из обеих осей (1,2) расположен первый компенсатор вращающего момента, содержащий первый тормоз (13) для фиксации оси (1, 2) и первую пружину (11), соединенную с первым двигателем (12), для регулирования силы натяжения первой пружины (11), причем первый двигатель (12) соединен с первым блоком управления двигателем, первое устройство (14) передачи вращающего момента, которое выполнено между первой пружиной (11) и осью (1,2), первый датчик местоположения для определения положения оси (1, 2) и первый датчик (15) усилия для определения силы натяжения первой пружины (11). Датчик (16) местоположения и датчик (15) усилия соединены с первым блоком управления двигателем. Обеспечивается простое решение проблемы уравновешивания вращающего момента для ...

РЕГУЛИРУЕМЫЙ ШТАТИВ ДЛЯ ОПТИЧЕСКОГО ПРИБОРА ДЛЯ НАБЛЮДЕНИЯ

Регулируемый штатив для оптического прибора для наблюдения, в частности для операционного микроскопа, имеет ось (1) наклона и ось (2) поворота для прибора и фланец (4) для соединения с прибором или дополнительным элементом регулируемого штатива. На одной из обеих осей (1,2) расположен первый компенсатор вращающего момента, содержащий первый тормоз (13) для фиксации оси (1, 2) и первую пружину (11), соединенную с первым двигателем (12), для регулирования силы натяжения первой пружины (11), причем первый двигатель (12) соединен с первым блоком управления двигателем, первое устройство (14) передачи вращающего момента, которое выполнено между первой пружиной (11) и осью (1,2), первый датчик местоположения для определения положения оси (1, 2) и первый датчик (15) усилия для определения силы натяжения первой пружины (11). Датчик (16) местоположения и датчик (15) усилия соединены с первым блоком управления двигателем. Обеспечивается простое решение проблемы уравновешивания вращающего момента для ...

Operation microscope base that clinical department of general surgery used

AUTOMATIC LENS TO CORNEA STANDOFF CONTROL FOR NON-CONTACT VISUALIZATION

Systems, methods, and computer-readable media for automatically controlling a lens to cornea standoff. Automatic lens to cornea standoff control can include an ophthalmic microscope with a lens arrangement configured for viewing images of an eye, a front lens assembly with a high diopter lens for resolving an image of a posterior portion of the eye, and a sensor to monitor a distance between the high diopter lens and a surface of the eye. Automatic lens to cornea standoff control can also include a control system for receiving distance information and an actuator for the front lens assembly back to the threshold standoff distance, past the threshold standoff distance, etc.

MEDICAL OBSERVATION DEVICE, IMAGE MOVEMENT CORRECTING METHOD, AND MEDICAL OBSERVATION SYSTEM

To enhance the safety of medical practices, such as surgery and inspection, there is provided a medical observation device, including: an imaging section (310) that acquires imaged video data being video data obtained by photographing an observation target; a supporting section that supports the imaging section (310); a discriminating section (342) that discriminates existence or nonexistence of an input of a visual field moving instruction to an image to be displayed on a display device on a basis of the imaged video data and existence or nonexistence of an occurrence of an image movement to an image to be displayed on the display device on a basis of the imaged video data; and a correcting section (343) that creates display video data being video data to be displayed on the display device on a basis of the imaged vide data by correcting the image movement in a case where the discriminating section (342) has discriminated that there does not exist an input of the visual field moving instruction ...

MEDICAL HANDLING DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING A HANDLING DEVICE

Die Offenbarung betrifft eine medizinische Handhabungsvorrichtung mit einem einem Instrumentenhalter (40) zur Aufnahme eines Instruments (36); einer robotischen Handhabungseinheit (34), die den Instrumentenhalter (40) trägt; einer Steuereinrichtung (44) mit einer Handhabungssteuereinheit (46) zur Steuerung der robotischen Handhabungseinheit (34) und einer Instrumentensteuereinheit (48) zur Steuerung des Instruments (36), wobei die Steuereinrichtung (44) eine Schnittstelle (238) für zumindest ein Eingabegerät (50) aufweist; einem Eingabegerät (50), das mit der Schnittstelle (238) gekoppelt ist, wobei das Eingabegerät (50) in einem ersten Betriebsmodus zur Steuerung des Instruments (36) und in einem zweiten Betriebsmodus zur Steuerung der robotischen Handhabungseinheit (34) nutzbar ist; und mit einem Freigabeschalter (54) zur Aktivierung des zweiten Betriebsmodus, in dem die robotische Handhabungseinheit (34) in Reaktion auf Eingabebefehle am Eingabegerät (50) verfahrbar ist. Die Offenbarung ...

MEDICAL OBSERVATION DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD

Provided is a medical observation apparatus, including: a control unit that controls a zoom of an imaging device based on a distance between the imaging device supported by an arm in which a plurality of links are connected to each other through a joint portion, and an observation target, in which the control unit controls the zoom such that an index value relevant to an actual field of view of the imaging device approximates to a target value that is set.

Stativ für ein Mikroskop, insbesondere für ein Operationsmikroskop, und Verwendung eines solchen Stativs

Mikroskopstativ mit zumindest einem Schwenkträger (12), einer an einem ersten Ende (15) des Schwenkträgers (12) befestigten Halterung (22) zur Befestigung eines Mikroskops (16) am Mikroskopstativ (11) und mit einer C-Schlittenverstellung (112) am zweiten Ende (13) des Schwenkträgers (12) zur Ausbalancierung des Mikroskops (16) um eine Schwenkachse (114), die einem Stativinterface (14) zugeordnet ist, wobei der Schwenkträger (12) um eine Trägerachse (113) schwenkbar ist, die von der C-Schlittenverstellung (112) gehalten ist, wobei die C-Schlittenverstellung (112) um die Schwenkachse (114) gegenüber dem Stativinterface (14) schwenkbar ist, der Schwenkträger (12) gegenüber dem Stativinterface (14) durch eine Parallelführung (116) abgestützt ist, die eine kreisförmige Bewegung des Schwenkträgers (12) in einer lotrechten Ebene zulässt, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Parallelführung (116) durch ein Kreuzhebelgetriebe gebildet ist, das über eine parallel und mittig zwischen der Trägerachse ( ...

Deckenhalterung mit Deckenstativ zur dreidimensionalen Positionierung einer (zahn)medizinischen Behandlungs- bzw. Operationsleuchte eines Operationsmikroskops oder eines anderen Gerätes

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Deckenstativ zur Aufnahme (zahn)medizinischer Arbeitsleuchten, Operationsleuchten, Operationsmikroskopen oder sonstiger (zahn)medizinischer Geräte. Mit der Erfindung wird die beliebige Positionierung eines auswechselbaren Leuchten-Moduls (8), eines Mikroskop-Moduls oder eines anderen Geräte-Moduls im dreidimensionalen Raum erreicht (alle Module werden im Folgenden nur als „Geräte-Modul“ bezeichnet). Dazu wird ein an der Decke montierter Drehkranz (1) mit einer Linearführung (2), welche ein am Linearlager (3) befestigtes Teleskop (5) trägt, kombiniert. Drehkranz (1) und Linearführung (2) dienen der horizontalen Positionierung der „Geräte-Module“ in allen Richtungen. Das Teleskop (5) dient der vertikalen Positionierung der „Geräte-Module“ im Raum. Der innerste Teleskopauszug (5c) trägt das Leuchtenmodul (8), das Mikroskop-Modul oder ein anderes Geräte-Modul. Zum Gewichtsausgleich ist parallel zum Teleskop (5a) ein Parallelrohr (6) von der Länge des maximalen Teleskopauszugs ...

Stereoscopic visualization camera and integrated robotics platform

A robotic imaging apparatus is disclosed. A robotic imaging apparatus includes a robotic arm, a stereoscopic camera, and a sensor positioned between the robotic arm and the stereoscopic camera. The sensor transmits output data that is indicative of translational and rotational force imparted on the stereoscopic camera by an operator. The robotic imaging apparatus also includes a processor that is configured to determine a movement sequence for the robotic arm based on a current position of the robotic arm and the output data from the sensor and to cause at least one of the joints of the robotic arm to rotate based on the determined movement sequence via one or more motor control signals provided to the at least one joint. The rotation of the at least one joint provides power-assisted movement of the robotic arm based on the detected translational and rotational forces imparted by the operator.

SLIT LAMP WITH CANTILEVERED BASE

A base for a slit lamp having a table and a frame mounted to the table, the base comprising a carriage configured to support a biomicroscope, a first elongate member extending horizontally through the carriage, and a second elongate member extending horizontally through the carriage. The carriage is slidable axially along the first elongate member and the second elongate member to move the biomicroscope relative to the frame. The second elongate member provides a stabilizing force on the carriage to counteract an upward force exerted by the carriage and the biomicroscope mounted thereon.

A surgical microscope suspension mechanism

Control device, control method, and microscope device for operation

To make it possible to improve user convenience, provided is a control device including: a control unit configured to control a position and an attitude of a microscope unit by driving an arm unit that supports the microscope unit on the basis of a captured image of an operating site photographed by the microscope unit during an operation so that a position and attitude condition set before the operation is satisfied. The position and attitude condition is a condition that prescribes a position and an attitude of the microscope unit with respect to the operating site to obtain a desired captured image corresponding to the position and attitude condition.

MEDICAL DEVICE HOLDING APPARATUS

A medical device holding apparatus having a first arm with a holding portion to hold a medical device; a second arm connected to the rotatable first arm; a base connected to the rotatable second arm and having a support shaft standing in a vertical direction; and a first counterweight portion connected to the second arm, wherein the second arm has a fulcrum around which the second arm is rotatable, and the first counterweight has a slit being connected to the proximal end portion of the second arm for guiding the proximal end portion of the second arm when the second arm is rotated around the fulcrum; and a guide for moving the first counterweight in the vertical direction after the guide receives a force generated when the proximal end portion of the second arm is guided and moved in the slit.

SURGICAL CONTROL DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD, AND IMAGING CONTROL SYSTEM

A surgical control device that includes circuitry that changes an imaging viewpoint of a surgical imaging device in order to maintain a substantially constant distance between a focal point of an object and the surgical imaging device that images the object, based on a first instruction of a user and position information acquired by an acquisition unit implemented by circuitry configured to acquire position information indicating a position of the focal point of the object. 1. A surgical control device comprising:circuitry configured to change an imaging viewpoint of a surgical imaging device in order to maintain a substantially constant distance between a focal point of an object and the surgical imaging device that images the object, based on a first instruction of a user and position information acquired by an acquisition unit implemented by circuitry configured to acquire position information indicating a position of the focal point of the object.2. The surgical control device according to claim 1 , wherein the circuitry is further configured to change an imaging magnification of the surgical imaging device according to a second instruction of the user.3. The surgical control device according to claim 2 , wherein the first instruction corresponds to a first movement and the second instruction corresponds to a second movement claim 2 , and a direction of the first movement and a direction of the second movement are different from each other.4. The surgical control device according to claim 1 , wherein the circuitry is further configured to change the imaging viewpoint based on the first instruction claim 1 , which is a movement of a head of the user and the position information.5. The surgical control device according to claim 1 , wherein the circuitry is further configured to change the imaging viewpoint based on an angular velocity indicating the first instruction claim 1 , which is a movement of a head of the user and the position information.6. The surgical ...

Robotic surgical assembly

A robotic surgical assembly (100) includes a support (104), one macro-positioning arm (30), connected to the support (104) and having a plurality of degrees of freedom. The macro-positioning arm (30) includes a support member (38), at least two micro-positioning devices (41, 141, 241, 341), each having a plurality of motorized degrees of freedom, connected in cascade to the support member (38) of the macro-positioning arm (30), and at least two medical instruments (60, 160, 260, 360). Each instrument is connected in cascade to each of the micro-positioning device and includes a jointed device (70, 170, 270) having a plurality of motorized degrees of freedom including a plurality of rotational joints. Each of the at least two medical instruments (60, 160, 260, 360) has a shaft (65), suitable for distancing the jointed device from the micro-positioning devices by a predetermined distance in a shaft direction (X-X).

OPHTHALMIC VIEWING DEVICES

An ophthalmic viewing device is provided. The ophthalmic viewing device includes a mounting feature, an upper arm, a lower arm, a first movable mirror, a second mirror, and a lens assembly having a lens frame. When the ophthalmic viewing device is in a first configuration, the movable mirror and the lens frame are outside an on-axis optical path between a visualization device and an eye being visualized. When the ophthalmic viewing device is in a second configuration, the first mirror, the second mirror, and the lens frame are configured to redirect the optical path between the patient's eye and the visualization device to an off-axis optical path that is angled from the eye relative to the on-axis optical path.

OPTICAL OBSERVATION INSTRUMENT

Ein erfindungsgemäßes optisches Beobachtungsinstrument, insbesondere ein Operationsmikroskop oder Exoskop, umfasst eine Optikeinheit (10) mit einer Objektivanordnung und mindestens einem elektronischen Bildaufnehmer (12, 12'), wobei die Optikeinheit (10) einen ersten Stereokanal (11) mit einem ersten Strahlengang und einen zweiten Stereokanal (11') mit einem zweiten Strahlengang zum Aufnehmen eines Stereobilds eines Objektfelds (4) mit dem mindestens einen elektronischen Bildaufnehmer (12, 12') aufweist und wobei der erste und der zweite Strahlengang durch die Objektivanordnung verlaufen. Ferner umfasst das Beobachtungsinstrument eine Haltevorrichtung, die einen Haltebügel (30) umfasst, der die Optikeinheit (10) übergreift, wobei der Haltebügel (30) eine Bedieneinrichtung (37) mit einer Anzahl von Bedienelementen (38) zur Steuerung eines Haltearms aufweist, mit dem die Haltevorrichtung verbindbar ist.

Klemmmechanismus zum Befestigen eines Schutzschildes an eine Brille, Schutzschildvorrichtung und Brille mit einer solchen Schutzschildvorrichtung

Klemmmechanismus zum Befestigen eines Schutzschildes (2) an einer Brille (3), umfassend eine Klemme (12, 13) zum Klemmen an einen Brillenbügel (5), eine stiftförmige Halteeinrichtung (25, 28) zum Durchgreifen einer Durchgangsbohrung in einem Schutzschild (2), und ein Fixierelement (26, 29) zum Fixieren des Schutzschildes (2) am Klemmmechanismus (3).

Verfahren zum motorischen Verfahren eines Operationsmikroskops

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zum Positionieren eines Operationsmikroskops (1), wobei das Operationsmikroskop (1) eine Mikroskopoptik (16), welche an einem motorisch angetriebenen Stativ (3) angeordnet ist, umfasst, umfassend folgende Verfahrensschritte:a) Auslösen eines Positionierwunsches in Richtung eines zu beobachtenden Objektes (27),b) Prüfung der Einhaltung eines Mindestabstandes der Mikroskopoptik (16) zu dem beobachteten Objekt (27) anhand der Fokussierung der Mikroskopoptik (16), undc) Entscheidung, ob ein motorisches Positionieren des Operationsmikroskops (1) in Richtung des beobachteten Objektes (27) zulässig ist.

Aufhängung für digitales Operationsmikroskop mit Positionskorrektur

Es wird eine Aufhängung (10) für ein optisches Gerät (1) beschrieben, welches eine Bildaufnahmeeinheit (5) und eine Bildwiedergabeeinheit (6) umfasst. Die Aufhängung (10) umfasst eine erste Befestigungseinrichtung (7) für eine Bildaufnahmeeinheit (5) und eine zweite Befestigungseinrichtung (8) für eine Bildwiedergabeeinheit (6), wobei die erste Befestigungseinrichtung (7) und die zweite Befestigungseinrichtung (8) mittels einer Verbindungsschiene (9) mechanisch miteinander verbunden sind. Die Verbindungsschiene (9) erstreckt sich in einer y-Richtung und die erste Befestigungseinrichtung (7) und die zweite Befestigungseinrichtung (8) sind in y-Richtung hintereinander angeordnet. Die Verbindungsschiene (9) ist in Bezug auf die zweite Befestigungseinrichtung (8) in y-Richtung mittels eines Linearaktuators (15) verschiebbar angeordnet. Die erste Befestigungseinrichtung (7) umfasst eine Dreh-Einrichtung, welche um eine in x-Richtung verlaufende Drehachse (11) drehbar angeordnet ist, wobei die ...

GELENKANTRIEBSAKTUATOR UND MEDIZINISCHES SYSTEM

... [Gegenstand] Einfachere Konfiguration eines Gelenkantriebsaktuators mit einer Bremsfunktion.[Lösung] Ein Gelenkantriebsaktuator gemäß der vorliegenden Offenbarung weist Folgendes auf: einen Ultraschallmotor, der zum Erzeugen einer Antriebskraft zum Antreiben eines Gelenks ausgelegt ist; einen Drehmomentsensor, der zum Nachweisen einer externen Kraft, mit dem das Gelenk beaufschlagt wird, ausgelegt ist; und einen Kodierer, der zum Nachweisen eines Drehwinkels des Ultraschallmotors ausgelegt ist. Diese Konfiguration ermöglicht die einfachere Konfiguration eines Gelenkantriebsaktuators mit einer Bremsfunktion.

MEDICAL DEVICE FOR EYE SURGERY

Unité de commande d'un dispositif chirurgical, ledit dispositif (2) chirurgical comprenant : - au moins un outil chirurgical comportant une extrémité, dite distale, apte à venir au contact d'un patient (5), et apte à être positionnée dans le patient (5), - au moins un élément mobile (7) robotisé sur lequel est monté l'outil chirurgical, le élément mobile (7) robotisé étant apte à déplacer ledit outil chirurgical, - au moins un outil (8) d'imagerie en profondeur apte à acquérir une image (22) en profondeur au niveau d'une zone d'acquisition sur le patient (5), ledit outil (8) d'imagerie étant apte à déplacer la zone d'acquisition sur le patient (5), ladite unité (1) de commande étant apte à envoyer des informations vers l'au moins un élément mobile (7) robotisé et/ou l'outil (8) d'imagerie de sorte que la position de la zone d'acquisition coïncide sensiblement avec la position de l'extrémité distale de l'outil chirurgical.

SLAVE DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR, AND EYE SURGERY DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR

A slave device according to an embodiment may comprise: a lower shaft; an upper shaft connected to the lower shaft so as to be able to slide with a single degree of freedom; a lower gripper rotatably supporting the lower shaft; an upper gripper rotatably supporting the upper shaft; a lower delta robot movably supporting the lower gripper; and an upper delta robot movably supporting the upper gripper.

Protective cover and medical observation apparatus

There is provided a protective cover including: an installation section configured to be installed on an arm that supports an imaging device, the arm including a plurality of links joined to each other by one or a plurality of joint sections; and a protective section configured to cover the imaging device.

MEDICAL OBSERVATION APPARATUS AND OBSERVATION FIELD CORRECTION METHOD

Provided is a medical observation apparatus including: an imaging unit which acquires captured video data, the captured video data being data of a captured video obtained by capturing an image of an observation target; a supporting unit which supports the imaging unit; a trigger operation detecting unit which detects a trigger operation, the trigger operation being a predetermined operation associated with an operation of the imaging unit; a surgical tool recognizing unit which recognizes a form of a surgical tool included in the captured video based on the captured video data; and an observation visual field correcting unit which corrects an observation visual field based on the form of the surgical tool recognized by the surgical tool recognizing unit when the trigger operation is detected by the trigger operation detecting unit, the observation visual field being a range of a displayed video displayed on a display device based on the captured video data.

MEDICAL OBSERVATION INSTRUMENT

Problem To provide a medical observation apparatus capable of improving the convenience of a user using the medical observation apparatus. Solution Provided is a medical observation apparatus including: an arm including a plurality of links connected to each other via a joint, the arm having at least three or more degrees of freedom implemented by a rotation operation about a rotation axis; an imaging device supported by the arm; and an arm controller that controls an operation of the arm. When a posture of the arm is in a predetermined state, and when a predetermined input for moving the arm about a rotation axis orthogonal to a second axis that is a second rotation axis from a side of the arm on which the imaging device is supported and a third axis that is a third rotation axis from the side of the arm on which the imaging device is supported is detected, the arm controller makes one of the links corresponding to the third axis rotate about the third axis.

Sterileinheit für ein medizinisches Gerät

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Sterileinheit 100 für ein medizinisches Gerät, mit einem Drape 1, das zur Aufnahme eines medizinischen Geräts 200 ausgestaltet ist und das aus einer Folie 2 gefertigt ist, und mit einer Verpackung, innerhalb derer das Drape 1 gefaltet angeordnet ist, wobei das Drape 1 beutelförmig ausgeführt ist und eine Innenseite, eine Außenseite und eine Öffnung 3 aufweist, wobei die Innenseite bei aufgenommenem medizinischen Gerät dem medizinischen Gerät 200 zugewandt ist und die Außenseite bei aufgenommenem medizinischen Gerät vom medizinischen Gerät 200 abgewandt ist. Erfindungsgemäß ist das Drape 1 derart gefaltet, dass zumindest ein Teil des Drapes 1 umgestülpt ist, so dass ein Teil der Außenseite auf einen anderen Teil der Außenseite zu liegen kommt, wodurch eine Tasche mit einer Taschenöffnung gebildet ist, und dass die Taschenöffnung bei gefaltetem, der Verpackung entnommenem Drape zugänglich ist. Die Erfindung betrifft ferner ein Verfahren zum Umhüllen eines medizinischen ...

Deckenhalterung mit Deckenstativ zur dreidimensionalen Positionierung einer (zahn)medizinischen Behandlungs- bzw. Operationsleuchte, eines Operationsmikroskops oder eines anderen Gerätes

Deckenhalterung zur dreidimensionalen Positionierung einer (zahn)medizinischen Behandlungs- bzw. Operationsleuchte, eines Operationsmikroskops oder eines anderen Gerätes dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass an der Decke ein Drehlager bzw. ein Drehkranz (1) befestigt wird.

STEREOSCOPIC VISUALIZATION CAMERA AND INTEGRATED ROBOTICS PLATFORM

A robotic imaging apparatus is disclosed. A robotic imaging apparatus includes a robotic arm, a stereoscopic camera, and a sensor positioned between the robotic arm and the stereoscopic camera. The sensor transmits output data that is indicative of translational and rotational force imparted on the stereoscopic camera by an operator. The robotic imaging apparatus also includes a processor that is configured to determine a movement sequence for the robotic arm based on a current position of the robotic arm and the output data from the sensor and to cause at least one of the joints of the robotic arm to rotate based on the determined movement sequence via one or more motor control signals provided to the at least one joint. The rotation of the at least one joint provides power-assisted movement of the robotic arm based on the detected translational and rotational forces imparted by the operator.

Medical apparatus with a medical optical appliance and a holding device and method for operating the medical apparatus

The invention relates to a medical apparatus having a medical optical appliance and a holding device with at least two holding arms which are connected movably to one another with at least one degree of freedom of movement via a joint and with an actuator which is connected to the two holding arms in such a way that a force can be exerted via the actuator between the two holding arms in the direction of the degree of freedom of movement. A control unit comprises a first regulator for outputting a first control signal to the actuator via an adjusting element. The medical optical appliance is mounted on the holding device.

MOUNTING ADAPTER FOR SECURING A STERILE COVER ON A MICROSCOPE, MICROSCOPE FOR USE WITH AN ADAPTER OF THIS TYPE, AND SYSTEM HAVING A MICROSCOPE OF THIS TYPE AND AN ADAPTER OF THIS TYPE

A mounting adapter for detachably attaching a sterile cover to an objective of a microscope includes a passage for inserting the objective. A drape-lens or light-transparent disc is arranged in the passage such that it adopts an oblique angle to the longitudinal axis of the passage. The mounting adapter includes a latching device for an axially holding of the mounting adapter on the objective inserted into the passage. A positioning geometry causes a reproducible target angular positioning or target rotational alignment of the mounting adapter on the objective by its axial attachment to fulfil its positioning function independently and separately from the latching device. 1. A mounting adapter for detachably attaching a sterile cover to an objective of a microscope , comprising a passage for the insertion of the objective therein , in which a drape-lens or light transparent disc is arranged such that the drape-lens or light transparent disc adopts an oblique angle to the longitudinal axis of the passage , and comprising a manually operable latching device for an axial holding of the mounting adapter on the objective inserted into the passage , the mounting adapter comprising a positioning geometry which is configured and arranged to cause a reproducible target angular positioning and/or target rotational alignment of the mounting adapter on the objective exclusively by its axial fitting and further to fulfil its positioning function independently and separately from the latching device.2. The mounting adapter according to claim 1 , wherein the positioning geometry is configured and/or arranged on the mounting adapter such that claim 1 , when an actual angular position is unequal to the target angular position claim 1 , the positioning geometry prevents the objective from being inserted into the passage to such a target insertion depth at which the latching device causes the mounting adapter to be held axially on the objective.3. The mounting adapter according to ...

Mikroskop und Verfahren zum Mikroskopieren einer Probe unter einem veränderbaren mechanischen Parameter

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Mikroskop und ein Verfahren zum Mikroskopieren einer Probe, wobei bei dem Mikroskop ein mechanischer Parameter (Θ) veränderbar ist. In einem Schritt des Verfahrens erfolgt ein Auswählen eines ersten einzustellenden Wertes (Θ) des mechanischen Parameters (Θ). Ein elektrisch steuerbares Betätigungselement (04) wird angesteuert, um den ersten einzustellenden Wert (Θ) des mechanischen Parameters (Θ) einzustellen. Ein erstes mikroskopisches Bild der Probe wird unter dem eingestellten ersten Wert (Θ) des mechanischen Parameters (Θ) aufgenommen. In einem weiteren Schritt erfolgt ein Auswählen eines zweiten einzustellenden Wertes (Θ) des mechanischen Parameters (Θ). Das elektrisch steuerbare Betätigungselement (04) wird angesteuert, um den zweiten einzustellenden Wert (Θ) des mechanischen Parameters (Θ) einzustellen. Ein zweites mikroskopisches Bild der Probe wird unter dem eingestellten zweiten Wert (Θ) des mechanischen Parameters (Θ) aufgenommen.

Novel operation microscope

APPARATUSES FOR SECURING A MEDICAL DEVICE AND RELATED METHODS THEREOF

Motorisches Stativ

Motorisches Stativ

Vorrichtung zur Erzeugung eines Drehmoments

Eine Vorrichtung (100) zur Erzeugung eines Drehmomentes auf ein an einer Haltevorrichtung (103) drehbar gelagertes Operationsmikroskop umfasst eine Achse (101) mit einer Achsrichtung X (106), die an der Haltevorrichtung (103) drehbar gelagert ist, ein Kraftübertragungselement (110), das auf der Achse (101) angeordnet ist, ein erstes Kraftelement (120), das eine erste Linearkraft erzeugt und zwischen dem Kraftübertragungselement (110) und der Haltevorrichtung (103) angeordnet ist,eine Kulissenführung (112), die an dem Kraftübertragungselement (110) ausgebildet ist und ein Kulissenelement (113), das in die Kulissenführung (112) eingreift. Das Kraftübertragungselement (110) ist entlang der Achsrichtung X (106) beweglich auf der Achse (101) geführt und ist dabei in einem Führungselement (130) verdrehsicher geführt, sodass eine von dem ersten Kraftelement (120) aufgebrachte Linearkraft eine Kraftwirkung auf das Kraftübertragungselement (110) in der Achsrichtung X bewirkt, die auf die an dem ...

Mikroskopiesystem sowie Verfahren zum Betrieb eines Mikroskopiesystems

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Mikroskopiesystem, umfassend:- ein Mikroskop,- ein Stativ zur Halterung des Mikroskops, wobei das Stativ mindestens eine Antriebseinrichtung zur Bewegung des Mikroskops umfasst,- mindestens eine Lageerfassungseinrichtung zur Erfassung einer Lage eines Körperteils, insbesondere Kopfes, eines Benutzers, wobei die Lagererfassungseinrichtung mindestens ein Target mit mindestens einem Markerelement und mindestens eine Bilderfassungseinrichtung zur optischen Erfassung des Targets umfasst, wobei entweder das mindestens eine Target oder die mindestens eine Bilderfassungseinrichtung am Mikroskop angeordnet ist,- mindestens eine Steuereinrichtung zur Steuerung der mindestens einen Antriebseinrichtung in Abhängigkeit der erfassten Lage des Targets, wobei das mindestens eine Markerelement ein passives Markerelement ist sowie ein Verfahren zum Betrieb eines Mikroskopiesystems (1).

Apparatuses for securing a medical device and related methods thereof

The present invention relates to an apparatus for securing a medical device. In particular, the present invention relates to apparatuses for securing medical devices in a desired manner, wherein the apparatuses having an elongated main body, an anchoring region, a medical device attachment region, and a connection region. Such apparatuses are useful for securing a particular medical device (e.g., a microwave energy delivery device) in a favorable position while conducting a medical procedure with such a medical device (e.g., ablation of peripheral lung tissue).

A cleaning bracket for hysteroscopic surgical instruments

The utility model discloses a cleaning bracket for hysteroscopic surgical instruments, which comprises a first splint, one side of the top end of which is provided with a stub. And the top of the stub is fixedly connected with a supporting rod. There is a sleeve, which is connected with the stud thread, on the supporting rod. The bottom of the sleeve barrel is rotationally connected with a second splint through a bearing, and the second clamping plate is slidably connected with a stud. A first connecting rod is connected with the top end of the supporting rod through a first adjusting mechanism, and a second adjusting mechanism is movably connected to the first connecting rod. By setting the clamping mechanism, the first adjusting mechanism, the second adjusting mechanism, the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod, the support has strong flexibility and can clamp the surgical instruments, so as to avoid the occurrence of people holding the instruments in the cleaning process ...

MICROSURGERY AUXILIARY DEVICE

A microsurgery auxiliary device, comprising a mirror body (1) and a naked eye 3D display (2), the mirror body (1) being internally provided with an imaging unit (10); the imaging unit (10) comprises a large objective lens group (11), zoom lens groups (12), first tube objective lenses (13) and photosensitive elements (14); the large objective lens group (11), the zoom lens groups (12), the first tube objective lenses (13) and the photosensitive elements (14) are sequentially located in the same observation optical path; the large objective lens group (11) comprises at least one positive lens group (111) and at least one negative lens group (112), the positive lens group (111) and the negative lens group (112) are on the same optical axis, and the spacing between the positive lens group (111) and the negative lens group (112) can be adjusted; the naked eye 3D display (2) is connected to the photosensitive elements (14), the spacing between the naked eye 3D display (2) and an observer (5) ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SHORT PULSE LASER EYE SURGERY

A system for short pulse laser eye surgery and a short pulse laser system, in which a beam guidance device passes through a corresponding articulated arm, and through an applicator head and a microscope head of the system, which is movable in a three-dimensional volume both independently of one another as well as connected to each other. The system also includes an easy to use patient interface with a one-piece contact element, a computer program product for methods of the incision guidance and sequentially operating referencing methods with patient interfaces containing markings.

Medical observation system, medical observation apparatus and medical observation method

A three-dimensional information generation unit generates a three-dimensional map (D(X, Y, Z)) (three-dimensional information) regarding a surgical field, based on a surgical field image (K(x, y)) captured by an imaging device. A region-of-interest setting unit (setting unit) then sets at least one region-of-interest in the surgical field image (K(x, y)) captured at a predetermined timing. Based on the three-dimensional map (D(X, Y, Z)) and the position of the region-of-interest set by the region-of-interest setting unit, a region-of-interest estimation unit (estimation unit) estimates an existence position of the region-of-interest from within the surgical field image (K(x, y)) captured at a timing different from the predetermined timing. Subsequently, a zoom processing unit (magnified image generation unit) generates a magnified surgical field image (L(x, y)) in which the estimated region-of-interest is magnified by a predetermined magnification, and a display control unit outputs at ...

Stativ für ein Operationsmikroskop

Operationsmikroskop-Stativ mit einer Dichtungsanordnung

Operationsmikroskop-Stativ, umfassendeine Tragstruktur (102, 202, 302, 402, 502, 602, 702) mit einer Öffnung (111, 211, 213, 215, 217, 315,415,511,611,711),ein Stativelement (104, 204, 304, 404, 504, 604, 704), das durch die Öffnung (111, 211, 213, 215, 217, 315, 415, 511, 611, 711) der Tragstruktur (102, 202, 302, 402, 502, 602, 702) geführt ist, wobei das Stativelement (104, 204, 304, 404, 504, 604, 704) relativ zu der Tragstruktur (102, 202, 302, 402, 502, 602, 702) translatorisch beweglich angeordnet ist,wobei zwischen der Tragstruktur (102, 202, 302, 402, 502, 602, 702) und dem Stativelement (104, 204, 304, 404, 504, 604, 704) ein Dichtelement (340, 440, 450, 540, 550, 560, 570, 640, 740) angeordnet ist,wobei ein erstes Ende des Dichtelements (340, 440, 450, 540, 550, 560, 570, 640, 740) an einer ersten Anschlussstelle (341, 441, 451, 541, 641, 741) einen ersten Umfang aufweist und formschlüssig und abdichtend an dem Stativelement (104, 204, 304, 404, 504, 604, 704) angeordnet ist, ...

Operationsmikroskop-Trägersystem

Operationsmikroskop-Trägersystem (100, 300, 500, 600, 700) miteiner Aufnahmeeinheit (110, 310, 510, 610, 710) für das Aufnehmen von einem Operationsmikroskop (113, 313, 513, 613, 713),gekennzeichnet durcheine portalförmige Halteeinheit (101, 301, 501, 601, 701),die einen Tragbalken (107, 307, 507, 607, 707) aufweist, an demdie Aufnahmeeinheit in einer ersten Linearführung (108, 308, 508, 608) für das Bewegen in horizontaler Richtung (115, 315, 515, 715) und in einer weiteren Linearführung (109, 309, 509, 609) für das Bewegen in vertikaler Richtung (114, 314) verstellt werden kann.

Apparatuses for securing a medical device and related methods thereof

The present invention relates to an apparatus for securing a medical device. In particular, the present invention relates to apparatuses for securing medical devices in a desired manner, wherein the apparatuses having an elongated main body, an anchoring region, a medical device attachment region, and a connection region. Such apparatuses are useful for securing a particular medical device (e.g., a microwave energy delivery device) in a favorable position while conducting a medical procedure with such a medical device (e.g., ablation of peripheral lung tissue).

Mechanical arm for ophthalmologic operation training

Methods and systems for enhanced medical procedure visualization

The present invention employs image intensification for medical procedures within the human body. Methods and systems of the invention utilize infrared radiation (e.g. greater than about 750 nm) illumination and visualization of a surgical treatment area Preferred methods and systems of the invention incorporate use of an infrared radiation visualization system which may be known as “night vision” systems.

Efficient Sculpting System

A system and method to optimize the material removal rate of a tool in a safe and geometrically precise manner, to facilitate the application of smooth contact forces and to sense tool contact forces for rapidly providing power regulation safeguards against tool inadvertently intruding into forbidden regions, for verifying and correlating physically extracted material against the virtual model, and for detecting and mitigating drill walking.

Optical probe with feedback correction

The present invention relates to an optical probe ( 1 ) suitable for miniature applications. An example application is a fibre-based confocal miniaturized microscope. The optical probe comprises a coil-based actuation system ( 9, 10 ) comprising drive coils ( 9 ) capable of displacing the distal end ( 3 ) of an optical guide ( 2 ) housed ( 4 ) by the optical probe. The probe makes use of a feedback loop which alternate between driving the displacement of the optical guide by driving a current through the drive coils and switching off the current through the drive coils, and while the drive current being switched off, measure the speed of the distal end of the optical guide. The measured speed is compared to the set-point speed, and if a difference is detected, the drive current is adjusted to eliminate, or at least bring down, this difference.

Microscope Device

A microscope device ( 100 ) includes a surgical microscope ( 20 ), a camera ( 30 ), connected to the surgical microscope ( 20 ), for sensing an object ( 200 ) imaged by the surgical microscope, a stand ( 10 ) carrying the surgical microscope ( 20 ) as well as the camera ( 30 ), an operating unit ( 50 ), spatially separated from the camera ( 30 ), for controlling device functions of the camera ( 30 ). The operating unit ( 30 ) includes a screen ( 40 ) for displaying activatable device functions ( 51 ) and a selection and activation means, embodied as an actuatable rotary/push operating means ( 60 ), for selecting and activating one of the device functions displayed. The operating unit ( 50 ) is set up such that by rotating the rotary/push operating means ( 60 ), one ( 52 ) of the displayed device functions is selected, and by pushing the rotary/push operating means ( 60 ), the selected device function ( 52 ) is activated.

Coupling-in apparatus for coupling light from a light-emitting diode into a fiber entry end and light-source arrangement fitted therewith

A coupling-in apparatus is provided for coupling light from a light-emitting diode ( 1 ) into a fiber entry end ( 5 ) of at least one optical fiber ( 3 ). The coupling-in apparatus has a changing device ( 7 ) and a first light-guide element ( 13 - 19 ) arranged on the changing device ( 7 ). The first light-guide element ( 13 - 19 ) has specific transmission properties, an entry end ( 27 ) and an exit end ( 29 ). The changing device ( 7, 107 ) can be arranged and moved into a position with respect to the light-emitting diode ( 1 ) and the fiber entry end ( 5 ) such that the entry end ( 27 ) of the light-guide element ( 13 - 19 ) lies opposite the light-emitting diode ( 1 ) and the exit end ( 29 ) of the light-guide element ( 13 - 19 ) lies opposite the fiber entry end ( 5 ).

Stand for holding at least one medical device, having assistively driven casters

The invention relates to a stand ( 10 ) for holding at least one medical device (W 1 to W 3 ), which encompasses a stand foot ( 6 ) having multiple casters ( 16 ) for displacement of the stand ( 10 ). The stand ( 10 ) has a sensor unit ( 22 ) for ascertaining a displacement motion of the stand ( 10 ), a drive unit ( 18 ) for driving at least one of the casters ( 16 ), and a control unit ( 20 ) for controlling the drive unit ( 18 ). The control unit ( 20 ) applies control to the drive unit ( 18 ) in such a way that the latter assistively drives the at least one caster ( 16 ) only when the sensor unit ( 22 ) detects a displacement motion of the stand ( 10 ).

Surgical Microscope Objective Having an Adjustable Focal Intercept

A surgical microscope objective has an adjustable focal intercept and defines an optical axis. The objective has an objective body wherein a negative member is fixed and in which a positive member can be displaced. The negative member faces toward the object and has a lateral edge. The positive member is held in a frame, which is guided on a first guiding section formed on the objective body so it can move in the direction of the optical axis using a first guiding part. The positive member is guided on a second guiding section, which is formed on the objective body, using a second guiding part connected to the frame of the positive member and movable between the lateral edge of the negative member and the objective body. The second guiding part is offset from the first guiding part in the direction of the optical axis facing the negative member. 1. A surgical microscope objective through which an object can be viewed , the surgical microscope objective defining an optical axis and having an adjustable focal intercept , the surgical microscope objective comprising:an objective body;a negative member fixedly mounted in said objective body;said negative member facing toward the object and having a lateral edge;a positive member mounted in said objective body so as to be displaceable therein;a frame for accommodating said positive member therein;a first guide section configured on said objective body;said frame having a first guide part guided on said first guide section to movably guide said frame with said positive member in the direction of said optical axis;a second guide section configured on said objective body;said frame having a second guide part guided on said second guide section and being movable between said lateral edge of said negative member and said objective body; and,said second guide part being connected to said frame of said positive member and being arranged offset to said first guide part in the direction of said optical axis toward said negative ...

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE APPARATUS

At a front end of the lateral arm of a surgical microscope apparatus, the apparatus has an intake port. A band is tied around the front end of the lateral arm so that a drape is drawn only to a surgical microscope. Drawing the drape to the surgical microscope results in clearing the field of vision of a surgeon. Part of the drape around the lateral arm and a longitudinal arm is not drawn, to cause no hindrance in operability of the surgical microscope. The lateral arm and the like are hollow to form an inner ventilating path without separately preparing ventilating tubes or the like for ventilation. 1. A surgical microscope apparatus having a stand body , a longitudinal arm pivotally supported with the stand body , a lateral arm pivotally supported at a base end thereof by an upper end of the longitudinal arm , a surgical microscope supported at a front end of the lateral arm , and a drape covering a predetermined area of the apparatus ranging from the surgical microscope to the longitudinal arm , comprising:a hollow structure provided for each of the longitudinal and lateral arms;an intake port formed at the front end of the lateral arm;a discharge port provided at one of the lateral and longitudinal arms;pivotal parts arranged in an area of the apparatus ranging from the intake port to the discharge port, each pivotal part having a ventilating structure to form a ventilating path between the intake port and the discharge port; anda discharge unit arranged in the ventilating path.2. The surgical microscope apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a front member having a hollow structure, pivotally supported at the front end of the lateral arm, and maintained to be always vertical;a rotary body pivotally supported at a lower end of the front member and rotatable around a vertical axis;the intake port formed at a lower part of the rotary body; anda pivotal part provided between the front member and the lateral arm and a pivotal part provided between the front member ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING PATIENT DATA DURING OPHTHALMIC SURGERY

The present disclosure provides a system and method for managing patient data during ophthalmic surgery. The systems and methods include an ophthalmic surgical device operable to receive data from a RFID chip. Data from the RFID chip is transmitted to a RFID read-write module operably coupled to the ophthalmic surgical system. A processor identifies the RFID chip based on the received data and determines whether the data stored to the RFID chip varies from data received from a surgical microscope by more than a predetermined percentage. The processor can generate a warning when the data stored to the RFID chip varies from data received from a surgical microscope by more than a predetermined percentage. 1. An ophthalmic surgical device comprising:a surgical microscope;a user interface;an RFID read-write module operable read an RFID chip and write patient data to an RFID chip associated with a patient;surgical instrumentation;a warning system; receive data from the RFID chip associated with a patient;', 'receive data from the surgical microscope associated with the patient;', 'compare the data from the RFID chip to the data from the surgical microscope;', 'determine whether the data from the RFID chip varies from the data from the surgical microscope by more than a predetermined percentage;', 'generate a warning, if the data from the RFID chip and the data from the surgical microscope vary by more than the predetermined percentage; and', 'transmit the warning to the warning system, causing the warning system to present a warning., 'and a processor operable to2. The ophthalmic surgical device of claim 1 , further comprising:an RFID chip associated with the ophthalmic surgical system.3. The ophthalmic surgical device of claim 1 , further comprising:a control device associated with the ophthalmic surgical system,wherein the RFID chip is connected to the ophthalmic surgical device, the RFID chip operable to transmit data to the processor, and wherein the processor is ...

3D CALIBRATION BODY, CALIBRATION METHOD FOR THE SPATIAL CALIBRATION OF AN OPTICAL IMAGING SYSTEM, CALIBRATION ELEMENT AND CALIBRATION METHOD FOR CALIBRATING AN OPTICAL IMAGING SYSTEM

A 3D calibration body for spatial calibration of an optical imaging system includes a transparent body and calibration marks embedded in a volume of the transparent body. At least some of the calibration marks are selectively activatable and deactivatable, wherein an activated calibration mark is visible in the visible spectral range and a deactivated calibration mark is not visible in the visible spectral range. 1. A 3D calibration body for a spatial calibration of an optical imaging system , the 3D calibration body comprising:a transparent body having a volume; andcalibration marks embedded in the volume of the transparent body, at least some of the calibration marks being selectively activatable and deactivatable, and an activated calibration mark being visible in a visible spectral range and a deactivated calibration mark not being visible in the visible spectral range.2. The 3D calibration body according to claim 1 , wherein the calibration marks are selectively activatable and deactivatable in different planes of the transparent body.3. The 3D calibration body according to claim 1 , wherein the calibration marks are combined to form at least two groups of calibration marks and at least one of the groups of calibration marks is activatable and deactivatable.4. The 3D calibration body according to claim 3 , wherein the calibration marks of a group of the at least two groups of calibration marks are arranged within a plane in the transparent body.5. The 3D calibration body according to claim 1 , wherein:the transparent body is made of a stack of layers, andthe calibration marks are arranged in individual layers of the stack of layers.6. The 3D calibration body according to claim 5 , wherein:at least one of the layers of the stack of layers is formed by a transparent display, andthe selectively activatable and deactivatable calibration marks are structures representable on a display.7. The 3D calibration body according to claim 6 , further comprising:a background ...

SHAKING IMAGE FOR REGISTRATION VERIFICATION

A method and system are described that allow a user to verify a registration proposal during an image-guided ophthalmic surgery. The system configured to perform the method has a processor and a non-transitory computer-readable medium accessible to the processor containing instructions executable by the processor to perform the method. 1. A system configured for verifying , by a user , a proposed registration during ophthalmic surgery , the system comprising:a processor; and ["acquiring, from a photosensor, an intra-operative image of a patient's eye under magnification by a microscope;", "retrieving, from a non-transitory computer-readable medium, a pre-operative reference image of the patient's eye, wherein the limbus of the pre-operative image of the patient's eye has a center;", "performing a registration process to provide a proposed registration of the pre-operative reference image of the patient's eye and the intra-operative image of the patient's eye;", 'overlaying the pre-operative reference image and the intra-operative image to provide a merged image having the proposed registration, wherein the merged image is viewable by the user;', 'adjusting the transparency of at least one of the pre-operative reference image and the intra-operative image, so that the pre-operative reference image and the intra-operative image are simultaneously viewable in the merged image by the user; and', "rotating the viewable pre-operative reference image relative to the viewable intra-operative image comprised in the viewable merged image, wherein the rotating is centered on the center of the limbus of the patient's eye in the pre-operative reference image;"], 'a non-transitory computer-readable medium accessible to the processor containing instructions executable by the processor forthereby allowing the user to verify a proposed registration during ophthalmic surgery.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the transparency is selected from between about 1-10% claim 1 , 10-20% ...

STAND BASE FOR A SURGICAL MICROSCOPE

The stand base is for a surgical microscope. The stand base is for setting up on a floor configured as a planar surface and includes at least a first weight module; a base body defining an underside and accommodating the first weight module; a support arrangement connected to the base body and supporting the stand base with at least three support points in contact engagement with the floor to permit setting up the stand base; the support points conjointly defining a support plane whereat the support points are in contact engagement with the floor; the underside of the base body facing toward the support plane; an ancillary body; the base body having a receiving arrangement in the underside for releasably accommodating the ancillary body; and, the underside of the base body and the support plane conjointly defining a smallest spacing therebetween which is greater than 10 cm. 1. A stand base for a surgical microscope , the stand base being for setting up on a floor configured as a planar surface and the stand base comprising:at least a first weight module;a base body defining an underside and being configured to accommodate said first weight module;a support arrangement connected to said base body and being configured to support said stand base with at least three support points in contact engagement with said floor to permit setting up said stand base;said support points conjointly defining a support plane whereat said support points are in contact engagement with said floor;said underside of said base body facing toward said support plane;an ancillary body;said base body having a receiving arrangement configured in said underside for releasably accommodating said ancillary body; and,said underside of said base body and said support plane conjointly defining a smallest spacing therebetween which is greater than 10 cm.2. The stand base of claim 1 , wherein said receiving arrangement is configured as a plane surface.3. The stand base of claim 1 , wherein said receiving ...

OPTICAL AND DIGITAL VISUALIZATION IN A SURGICAL MICROSCOPE

A surgical microscope may support intraoperative viewing of optical and digital images of a surgical site during surgery. The optical images may be viewed using an optical beam path from an objective lens of the surgical microscope. The digital images may be generated by redirecting or splitting the optical beam path to an imaging system that outputs digital data representing the digital image to a display for output to the user, such as through an ocular of the surgical microscope. 1. A method for displaying images during surgery , the method comprising:displaying an analog image of a surgical site to a user using a surgical microscope, wherein the analog image comprises light from an objective lens of the surgical microscope;receiving a first indication to display a digital image of the surgical site using the surgical microscope;responsive to the first indication, redirecting the light from the objective lens to an imaging system enabled to acquire the digital image; anddisplaying the digital image of the surgical site to the user using a display device.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:performing digital processing on the digital image, the digital processing including at least one operation selected from:changing the contrast of the digital image;changing the brightness of the digital image;annotating the digital image with text annotations;annotating the digital image with a measurement display; andannotating the digital image with a digital marker.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving a second indication to display the analog image of the surgical site using the surgical microscope; andresponsive to the second indication, redirecting the light to an ocular of the surgical microscope; anddisplaying the analog image in the ocular.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein redirecting light from the objective lens further comprises:controlling a first mirror shutter in an optical path of the light to redirect the light to the imaging system ...

Stereo Microscope for use in Microsurgical Operations on a Patient and Method for Controlling the Stereo Microscope

A stereo microscope includes a stand, two optical image acquisition units configured to connect to the stand to capture a stereoscopic image, which define an imaging plane by using two optical axes of the image acquisition units, a pair of video glasses including two optical image reproduction units, each having an optical axis and a display for reproducing an image, which together define an image plane, wherein the optical image reproduction units are arranged to produce a stereoscopic image impression two optical axes of the optical image reproduction units define an image reproduction plane, a detection device configured to determine spatial orientation of the video glasses, the image reproduction plane, the image plane and the imaging planes, and a control unit configured to pivot the stand so that the intersection lines of the image plane and the imaging plane on the image reproduction plane are made parallel. Methods are also disclosed. 1. Stereo microscope for use in microsurgical surgeries comprising:a stand pivotally connectable through a joint to a robot arm,two optical image acquisition units configured to connect to the stand in such a way that a stereoscopic image of a surgery area is captured during use on a patient and an image acquisition plane is defined through two optical axis of the optical image acquisition units,a pair of video glasses comprising two optical image reproduction units each having an optical axis and a display for reproducing an image, which together define an image planewherein the optical image reproduction units are arranged to produce a stereoscopic image impression for a user wearing the video glasses, and two optical axis of the optical image reproduction units define an image reproduction plane,a detection device configured to determine spatial orientation of the video glasses, the image reproduction plane, the image plane and the image acquisition plane, anda control unit adapted to provide a control signal for pivoting ...

Medical observation apparatus and observation visual field correction method

A medical observation apparatus includes: an imaging unit which acquires captured video data, the captured video data being data of a captured video obtained by capturing an image of an observation target; a supporting unit which supports the imaging unit; a trigger operation detecting unit which detects a trigger operation, the trigger operation being a predetermined operation associated with an operation of the imaging unit; a surgical tool recognizing unit which recognizes a form of a surgical tool included in the captured video based on the captured video data; and an observation visual field correcting unit which corrects an observation visual field based on the form of the surgical tool recognized by the surgical tool recognizing unit when the trigger operation is detected by the trigger operation detecting unit, the observation visual field being a range of a displayed video on a display device based on the captured video data.

MEDICAL IMAGING APPARATUS AND MEDICAL OBSERVATION SYSTEM

A support unit for a medical camera head is described. The support unit is configured to rotate about an axis and including: an adapter configured to detachably mount a plurality of different medical scopes thereon; a light source supply system configured to supply light to the medical scope when mounted, the light source supply system being configured to pass through the axis; and an image sensor configured to capture an image from the medical scope, and wherein the axis is in the imaging direction of the image sensor. 1. A support unit for a medical camera head , the support unit being configured to rotate about an axis and comprising:an adapter configured to detachably mount a plurality of different medical scopes thereon;a light source supply system configured to supply light to the medical scope when mounted, the light source supply system being configured to pass through the axis; andan image sensor configured to capture an image from the medical scope, and wherein the axis is in the imaging direction of the image sensor.2. A support unit according to claim 1 , wherein the image sensor is connected to a signal line and the signal line is configured to pass through the axis.3. A support unit according to claim 1 , wherein the light source supply system passes through a point of rotation.4. A support unit according to claim 1 , having a cylindrical shape.5. A support unit according to claim 1 , wherein the adapter includes a lock mechanism configured to engage and lock a surgical microscope or an endoscope in position.6. A support unit according to claim 1 , further including a support unit terminal configured to engage with a respective terminal on the surgical microscope or endoscope claim 1 , the support unit terminal being configured to receive information from the respective terminal.7. A support unit according to claim 6 , wherein the information relates to an attitude sensor configured to sense the orientation of the image sensor the microscope or ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SIMULTANEOUS NEAR-INFRARED LIGHT AND VISIBLE LIGHT IMAGING

Disclosed herein are imaging systems and methods for simultaneous near-infrared light and visible light imaging of a sample comprising: a detector to form a fluorescence image of the sample and a visible image of the sample; a light source configured to emit infrared light to induce fluorescence from the sample; and a plurality of optics arranged to direct the infrared light toward the sample and form the fluorescence image of the sample and the visible light image of the sample on the detector, wherein the infrared light is directed to the sample substantially coaxially with fluorescence light received from the sample in order to decrease shadows. 1. An imaging system for imaging a sample , comprising:a) a detector configured to form a fluorescence image of the sample and form a visible image of the sample;b) a light source configured to emit an excitation light to induce fluorescence off the sample; and direct the excitation light toward the sample; and', 'direct a fluorescent light and a visible light from the sample to the detector;', 'wherein the excitation light and the fluorescence light are directed substantially coaxially., 'c) a plurality of optics arranged to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein excitation light comprises infrared light.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the infrared light comprises near infrared light.4. The system of any one of to claim 2 , wherein the plurality of optics comprises a dichroic shortpass beam splitter to direct the infrared light and the visible light to the detector.5. The system of any one of to claim 2 , wherein the detector comprises a plurality of detectors claim 2 , and wherein the visible image comprises a color image.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the plurality of detectors comprises a first detector to generate a color image and a second detector to generate the infrared image.7. The system of any one of to claim 5 , further comprising:a) a laser;b) an optical light guide coupled to the laser or narrow-band ...

IMAGING SYSTEMS WITH MICRO OPTICAL ELEMENT ARRAYS AND METHODS OF SPECIMEN IMAGING

Disclosed herein are systems for imaging of samples using an array of micro optical elements and methods of their use. In some embodiments, an optical chip comprising an array of micro optical elements moves relative to an imaging window and a detector in order to scan over a sample to produce an image. A focal plane can reside within a sample or on its surface during imaging. Detecting optics are used to detect back-emitted light collected by an array of micro optical elements that is generated by an illumination beam impinging on a sample. In some embodiments, an imaging system has a large field of view and a large optical chip such that an entire surface of a sample can be imaged quickly. In some embodiments, a sample is accessible by a user during imaging due to the sample being exposed while disposed on or over an imaging window. 1. A system for imaging of a sample , the system comprising:a transparent imaging window, wherein the transparent imaging window provides a surface onto or over which a sample is disposed during imaging of the sample;a photon source for providing an illumination beam;a beam splitter for directing the illumination beam toward the imaging window;a collimating lens for collimating the illumination beam over an area comparable in size to a field to be illuminated, thereby providing a collimated illumination beam, wherein the collimating lens is disposed between the imaging window and the beam splitter such that the illumination beam is directed to the collimating lens by the beam splitter; (i) focuses a portion of the collimated illumination beam onto a tight focus, and', '(ii) directs back-emitted light from the sample through the collimating lens and towards the beam splitter;, 'an optical chip, wherein the optical chip comprises an array of micro optical elements for focusing the collimated illumination beam onto a focal plane above or on the imaging window, wherein each micro optical element of the array of micro optical elementsa ...

MEDICAL HOLDING APPARATUS

A medical holding apparatus includes: an arm including a plurality of links mutually coupled through one of joints, the arm having at least six degrees of freedom due to rotational motion about a rotation axis, the arm being configured to function as a balanced arm with a counterweight and support a medical device; and an arm controller configured to control motion of the arm, in which at least three of the joints in the arm each are provided with an angular sensor that detects a rotation angle of the rotation axis and an actuator that gives the joint an assist force of assisting the rotational motion, and the arm controller controls, based on respective detected results of the angular sensors, the respective assist forces of the actuators such that an amount of force in operation necessary when an operator moves the medical device supported by the arm remains in a predetermined range. 1. A medical holding apparatus comprising:an arm including a plurality of links mutually coupled through one of joints, the arm having at least six degrees of freedom due to rotational motion about a rotation axis, the arm being configured to function as a balanced arm with a counterweight and support a medical device; andan arm controller configured to control motion of the arm, whereinat least three of the joints in the arm each are provided with an angular sensor that detects a rotation angle of the rotation axis and an actuator that gives the joint an assist force of assisting the rotational motion, andthe arm controller controls, based on respective detected results of the angular sensors, the respective assist forces of the actuators such that an amount of force in operation necessary when an operator moves the medical device supported by the arm remains in a predetermined range.2. The medical holding apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the arm controller controls the respective assist forces of the actuators such that the amount of force in operation remains in an ...

MEDICAL OBSERVATION APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD

There is provided a medical observation apparatus including: a determination unit which determines an apparatus to be used based on a captured image for medical use captured by an imaging device; and a display control unit which causes a related image for medical use corresponding to the determined apparatus and the captured image for medical use to be displayed. 1. A medical observation apparatus comprising:a determination unit configured to determine an apparatus to be used based on a captured image for medical use captured by an imaging device; anda display control unit configured to cause a related image for medical use corresponding to the determined apparatus and the captured image for medical use to be displayed.2. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the display control unit is configured to cause the related image for medical use and the captured image for medical use to be displayed together.3. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the display control unit is configured to switch and cause the related image for medical use and the captured image for medical use to be displayed.4. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the determination unit is configured to determine an apparatus to be used by detecting an area corresponding to an apparatus to be determined from the captured image for medical use based on apparatus information on the apparatus to be determined to determine use.5. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the display control unit is configured to cause a related image for medical use corresponding to each of the plurality of determined apparatuses to be displayed when a plurality of apparatuses to be used are determined by the determination unit.6. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the display control unit is configured to cause a medical image obtained from the medical imaging apparatus to be displayed as ...

VARIABLE WORKING DISTANCE MICROSCOPE

A system and method for a variable working distance microscope is disclosed. The variable working distance microscope includes an eyepiece; a binocular system optically coupled to the eyepiece; a stereo zoom system optically coupled to the eyepiece and the binocular system; and a variable working distance lens system optically coupled to the eyepiece, the stereo zoom system, and the binocular system. The variable working distance lens system includes a first lens; a second lens positioned in series with the first lens; and a movable third lens positioned in series between the first and second lenses, the movable third lens configured such that a change in a distance between the moveable third lens and the first lens changes a working distance of a microscope. 1. A variable working distance microscope , comprising:an eyepiece;a binocular system optically coupled to the eyepiece;a stereo zoom system optically coupled to the eyepiece and the binocular system; and a first lens;', 'a second lens positioned in series with the first lens; and', 'a movable third lens positioned in series between the first and second lenses, the movable third lens configured such that a change in a distance between the moveable third lens and the first lens changes a working distance of a microscope., 'a variable working distance lens system optically coupled to the eyepiece, the stereo zoom system, and the binocular system; the variable working distance lens system including2. The variable working distance microscope of claim 1 , wherein the moveable third lens includes multiple lenses configured to be moved independently.3. The variable working distance microscope of claim 1 , wherein:the first lens has a positive focal length;the second lens has a negative focal length; andthe movable third lens has a positive focal length.4. The variable working distance microscope of claim 1 , wherein the working distance varies by 150 millimeters.5. The variable working distance microscope of claim 1 , ...

PIVOTABLE OPTICAL ASSEMBLY FOR A SURGICAL MICROSCOPE, IN PARTICULAR 0°-ASSISTANT'S DEVICE, AND A RETAINING SYSTEM FOR SAID PIVOTABLE OPTICAL ASSEMBLY OF THE SURGICAL MICROSCOPE

The present invention provides a pivotable optical assembly for a surgical microscope, specifically a zero-degree assistant's device, the assembly comprising: a microscope body interface for mounting the assembly on a microscope body; an assistant's module including an interface for an assistant's tube, the assistant's module being pivotable about a pivot axis relative to the microscope body; and a retaining system that blocks pivoting the assistant's module about the pivot axis. The retaining system comprises: a retaining element being moveable from a locking position into a release position, a biasing member forcing the retaining element into the locking position, and a hand-operable control element acting on the retaining element for moving it from the locking position into the release position, as well as a pivotable optical assembly comprising said retaining system according to the invention, whose retaining element, in its blocking position, blocks pivoting the assistant's module about the pivot axis. 1. A retaining system for a pivotable optical assembly of a surgical microscope , the retaining system comprising: a retaining element being moveable from a locking position into a release position , a biasing member forcing the retaining element into the locking position , and a hand-operable control element acting on the retaining element for moving it from the locking position into the release position.2. The retaining system according to claim 1 , wherein the retaining element is a locking bolt being moveable linearly between the locking position and the release position.3. The retaining system according to claim 2 , wherein the locking bolt comprises a beveled locking tip and claim 2 , opposite thereto a biasing end claim 2 , on which the biasing member exerts the biasing force.4. The retaining system according to claim 1 , wherein the retaining element comprises a cam that engages with the control element.5. The retaining system according to claim 4 , ...

SURGICAL VISUALIZATION SYSTEMS AND DISPLAYS

A medical apparatus is described for providing visualization of a surgical site. The medical apparatus includes an electronic display disposed within a display housing. The medical apparatus includes a display optical system disposed within the display housing, the display optical system comprising a plurality of lens elements disposed along an optical path. The display optical system is configured to receive images from the electronic display. The medical apparatus can include. 1. A visualization system comprising:a plurality of communication ports configured to be operatively coupled to a plurality of image acquisition subsystem;at least one image output port configured to be operatively coupled to at least one image display subsystem;at least one user input port configured to be operatively coupled to at least one user input device; andat least one circuit operatively coupled to the plurality of communication ports, the at least one image output port, and the at least one user input port, the at least one circuit configured to receive data signals from the plurality of image acquisition subsystems, to transmit control signals to the plurality of image acquisition subsystems, and to transmit output image signals to the at least one image display subsystem, the at least one circuit further configured to receive at least one first user input signal and a plurality of second user input signals from the at least one user input device, the at least one circuit responsive at least in part to the received at least one first user input signal by:selecting an image acquisition subsystem from the plurality of image acquisition subsystems,transmitting the output image signals to the at least one image display subsystem in response to the data signals received from the selected image acquisition subsystem, andgenerating the control signals and transmitting the control signals to the selected image acquisition subsystem.2. The visualization system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

CONTROLLING A PHACOEMULSIFICATION SYSTEM BASED ON REAL-TIME ANALYSIS OF IMAGE DATA

A design for dynamically adjusting parameters applied to a surgical instrument, such as an ocular surgical instrument, is presented. The method includes detecting surgical events from image data collected by a surgical microscope focused on an ocular surgical procedure, establishing a desired response for each detected surgical event, delivering the desired response to the ocular surgical instrument as a set of software instructions, and altering the surgical procedure based on the desired response received as the set of software instructions. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for dynamically adjusting parameters applied to an ocular surgical instrument , comprising:detecting surgical events from image data collected by a surgical microscope focused on an ocular surgical procedure;detecting surgical events by processing data received from at least one instrument sensor;{'b': '204', 'establishing a desired response for each detected surgical event from the image data () collected by the surgical microscope and the data received from the at least one instrument sensor;'}delivering said desired response to the ocular surgical instrument as a set of software instructions;altering the surgical procedure based on the desired response received as the set of software instructions; andcorrelating surgical events detected from the image data collected by the surgical microscope and surgical events detected by processing the data received from the at least one instrument sensor to determine if they are the same surgical event, or if they are unrelated events.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein altering the surgical procedure comprises dynamically adjusting surgical instrument parameters during the procedure.23. The method of claim 21 , further comprising assigning a further appropriate response in a situation where surgical events detected from the image data and surgical events detected by processing data received from the at least one instrument sensor originate from the same ...

OPTICAL POLARIZATION TRACTOGRAPHY SYSTEMS, METHODS AND DEVICES

High-resolution 3D optical polarization tractography (OPT) images of the internal fiber structure of a target tissue. Manipulation of dual-angle imaging data of the fiber orientation inside a target tissue leads to the determination of 3D imaging properties of the target tissue, allowing transmission of the 3D image properties of the target tissue to an OPT processor to produce high-resolution 3D images. 1. A method of obtaining three dimensional (3D) optical polarization tractography (OPT) images of 3D fiber orientation inside a target tissue , the method comprising:Making an initial OPT image of fiber orientation of a target tissue sample using an incident light source thereby producing a first image volume;Making at least one additional OPT image of the fiber orientation of the target tissue using one or more projection planes different from the initial fiber orientation thereby providing dual-angle imaging data and producing at least a second image volume;Determining an intersection line of the at least two different projection planes for points inside the sample, whereby the 3D image properties of the target tissue become known; andTransmitting the 3D image properties of the target tissue to an OPT processor to produce a 3D image of the target tissue.2. The method of further comprising registering the first and the at least second image volume.3. The method of wherein the target tissue sample is imaged in vivo.4. The method of wherein the target tissue sample is imaged using an OPT surgical or dissecting microscope claim 1 , or endoscopic device.5. The method of further comprising the step of displaying the tissue's fiber orientation by distinctively displaying the tissue's fiber orientation on a computer screen claim 1 , other media or directly on the target tissue.6. A method for predicting or identifying candidates of tissue distress claim 1 , the method comprising:Obtaining OPT images or data of a target tissue;Applying a fiber disarray index to the OPT ...

End effector force sensor and manual actuation assistance

An automated positioning system and methods of controlling the same. The positioning system includes a multi-joint positioning arm, an end effector coupled to a distal end of the positioning arm, a force-moment sensor (FMS) coupled to the end effector and a controller coupled to communicate with the positioning arm and the FMS. Using signals from the FMS, at least one external force or torque applied to the end effector is determined. A drive velocity for moving the end effector is determined, based on the at least one external force or torque. One or more joint movements of the positioning arm for moving the end effector is calculated, according to the drive velocity. The positioning arm is moved according to the one or more calculated joint movements.

AUGMENTED DIGITAL MICROSCOPY FOR LESION ANALYSIS

Systems and methods are provided for augmenting digital analysis of lesions. An image of tissue having a glandular epithelial component is generated. The image represents a plurality of medium-scale epithelial components. For each of a plurality of cells within the image, a representative point is identified to provide a plurality of representative points for each of the plurality of medium-scale epithelial components. For each of a subset of the plurality of medium-scale epithelial components, a graph connecting the plurality of representative points is constructed. A plurality of classification features is extracted for each of the subset of medium-scale epithelial components from the graph constructed for the medium-scale epithelial component. A clinical parameter is assigned to each medium-scale epithelial component according to the extracted plurality of classification features. 1. A system comprising:an imager that provides an image of tissue having a glandular epithelial component, the image representing a plurality of medium-scale epithelial components;a processor; and{'claim-text': ['a cell identification component that identifies, for each of a plurality of cells within the image, a representative point to provide a plurality of representative points for each of the plurality of medium-scale epithelial components;', 'a graph constructor that constructs, for each of a subset of the plurality of medium-scale epithelial components, a graph connecting the plurality of representative points;', 'a feature extractor that determines, for each of the subset of medium-scale epithelial components, a plurality of classification features from the graph constructed for the medium-scale epithelial component; and', 'a machine learning model that assigns a clinical parameter to each medium-scale epithelial component according to the extracted plurality of classification features.'], '#text': 'a non-transitory computer readable medium storing instructions executable by the ...

Imaging systems with micro optical element arrays and methods of specimen imaging

Disclosed herein are systems for imaging of samples using an array of micro optical elements and methods of their use. In some embodiments, an optical chip comprising an array of micro optical elements moves relative to an imaging window and a detector in order to scan over a sample to produce an image. A focal plane can reside within a sample or on its surface during imaging. Detecting optics are used to detect back-emitted light collected by an array of micro optical elements that is generated by an illumination beam impinging on a sample. In some embodiments, an imaging system has a large field of view and a large optical chip such that an entire surface of a sample can be imaged quickly. In some embodiments, a sample is accessible by a user during imaging due to the sample being exposed while disposed on or over an imaging window.

OPHTHALMIC OPERATION MICROSCOPE

In an ophthalmic operation microscope, an illumination optical system illuminates a patient's eye with illumination light. An observation optical system is used for observing the patient's eye illuminated. An objective lens is disposed in an observation optical path. An interference optical system splits light from a light source into measurement light and reference light, and detects interference light generated from returning light of the measurement light from the patient's eye and the reference light. A first lens group is disposed between the light source and the patient's eye in an optical path of the measurement light. A second lens group is disposed between the first lens group and the patient's eye in the optical path of the measurement light. A deflection member is disposed between the first lens group and the second lens group in the optical path of the measurement light. 1. An ophthalmic operation microscope comprising:an illumination optical system configured to illuminate a patient's eye with illumination light;an observation optical system configured for observing the patient's eye illuminated by the illumination optical system;an objective lens disposed in an observation optical path;an interference optical system configured to split light from a light source into measurement light and reference light and detect interference light generated from returning light of the measurement light from the patient's eye and the reference light;a first lens group disposed between the light source and the patient's eye in an optical path of the measurement light;a second lens group disposed between the first lens group and the patient's eye in the optical path of the measurement light; anda deflection member disposed between the first lens group and the second lens group in the optical path of the measurement light.2. The ophthalmic operation microscope of claim 1 , wherein the deflection member reflects the measurement light having passed through the first lens ...

SURGICAL VISUALIZATION SYSTEMS AND DISPLAYS

A medical apparatus is described for providing visualization of a surgical site. The medical apparatus includes an electronic display disposed within a display housing. The medical apparatus includes a display optical system disposed within the display housing, the display optical system comprising a plurality of lens elements disposed along an optical path. The display optical system is configured to receive images from the electronic display. 1. A surgical visualization system comprising:at least one image acquisition system and at least one image storage system configured to provide images to be displayed;an electronic display system with one or more displays;an electronic video switching system;a controller; andone or more remote control units that provide remote control of one or more of the following functions for one or more of the images provided by the at least one image acquisition system and the at least one storage system: zoom, focus, iris, tilt, pan, brightness, contrast, and acquisition selection, wherein the one or more functions provided by the remote control unit automatically change to a image acquisition or storage system selected for display, such that one remote control unit is able to function for multiple image acquisition or storage systems.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the image acquisition or storage systems comprise at least one camera claim 1 , at least one sensor claim 1 , at least one image storage medium claim 1 , or electronics accessing at least one image storage medium.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the remote control unit incorporates one or more indicators that operate the same function on each image acquisition or storage system.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the one or more indicators comprises one or more switches claim 3 , buttons claim 3 , or touchscreens.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the remote control unit incorporates one or more indicators that operate a first function when a first image acquisition or ...

Medical observation system, control method, and program

A medical observation system, a control method, and a program are provided, which are capable of easily reducing the possibility that illumination light directly enters an eye by accident. A medical observation system 1 includes: an imaging unit 21 that captures an object and generates an image signal; a light output unit 22 that outputs illumination light in a capturing direction of the imaging unit 21; a determining unit 942 that determines the usage state of the imaging unit 21; and an illumination controller 944 that controls illumination light emitted by the light output unit 22 based on a determination result of the determining unit 942.

FLUORESCENT MICROSCOPE

The present disclosure provides a method and system including a non-confocal microscope with an attached imaging fiber optic for direct and real time in-situ visualization of mammalian microscopic structures for diagnostic and therapeutic uses. 1. A method for evaluating a specimen , comprising:applying a fluorescent dye to the specimen;routing light having a wavelength that causes the dye to fluoresce through a magnifying objective, and through an imaging fiber optic coupled to the magnifying objective and having a tip disposed adjacent the specimen;routing light emitted from the specimen through the imaging fiber optic and the magnifying objective to an image acquisition device coupled to the magnifying objective; andgenerating an image of the specimen using the image acquisition device.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising treating the specimen via ablative energy.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the light is produced from a light emitting diode.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising filtering the light from the light emitting diode.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fiber optic comprises a bundle of multiple smaller optic fibers.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the image generated is a three-dimensional image.7. A microscope comprising:a light source housing comprising a light emitting diode;a filter cube;an objective in optical communication with a fiber optic forming an image acquisition axis;a tube configured to mechanically communicate with an image acquisition device; andthe microscope body comprises a channel for ablative energy.8. The microscope of claim 7 , wherein the filter cube comprises a dichroic mirror.9. The microscope of claim 8 , wherein the dichroic mirror forms an angle of about 45 degrees with the image acquisition axis.10. The microscope of claim 7 , wherein the microscope is configured to form an angle of about 90 degrees between the image acquisition axis and an excitation light produced from the light emitting diode ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AN OPTICAL SYSTEM WITH AN ADJUSTABLE PROJECTED FOCAL PLANE

An optical system configured to display a composite image includes a projection system that overlays a projected image onto a projected image plane. The optical system further includes at least two eyepieces through which the composite image is viewable to a user and a lens system having a subject image plane viewable through the at least two eyepieces. The subject image plane includes a subject image. The projection system causes the projected image to appear on a projected image plane, viewable through the at least two eyepieces, to include the projected image and the subject image in the composite image. The projection system further includes an adjustable optical component that is adjustable to position the projected image plane relative to the subject image plane. 1. An optical system configured to display a composite image , the optical system comprising:at least two eyepieces through which the composite image is viewable to a user;a lens system arranged to permit viewing of a subject image in a subject image plane viewable through the at least two eyepieces; anda projection system that overlays a projected image onto a projected image plane, viewable through the at least two eyepieces, to include the projected image and the subject image in the composite image, the projection system comprising an adjustable optical component, wherein a position of the projected image plane is adjustable relative to the subject image plane by adjustment to the adjustable optical component.2. The optical system of claim 1 , wherein the projection system further includes:a projected image source that generates light of the projected image;an optics component including a lens or a filter to alter the light;a beam splitter that divides the light into multiple paths; anda beam coupler configured to combine the multiple paths of the light of the projected image with the subject image to generate the composite image.3. The optical system of claim 2 , wherein the lens system comprises ...

MEDICAL OBSERVATION DEVICE, LENS DRIVING CONTROL DEVICE, LENS DRIVING CONTROL METHOD, PROGRAM, AND VIDEO MICROSCOPE DEVICE

[Object] To provide a medical observation device, a lens driving control device, a lens driving control method, a program, and a video microscope device. [Solution] A medical observation device including: an evaluation value calculation unit configured to calculate a focus evaluation value indicating a focus state of a lens for each of two or more lenses; and a movement control unit configured to specify a lens movement parameter that is common to the two or more lenses on the basis of the focus evaluation value. 1. A medical observation device comprising:an evaluation value calculation unit configured to calculate a focus evaluation value indicating a focus state of a lens for each of two or more lenses; anda movement control unit configured to specify a lens movement parameter that is common to the two or more lenses on the basis of the focus evaluation value.2. The medical observation device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a selection unit configured to select one reference lens from the two or more lenses.3. The medical observation device according to claim 2 , wherein the movement control unit specifies a lens movement parameter that is common to the two or more lenses on the basis of a focus evaluation value corresponding to the selected reference lens.4. The medical observation device according to claim 3 , wherein the movement control unit specifies the lens movement parameter that is common to the two or more lenses without using the focus evaluation value corresponding to a lens other than the reference lens among the focus evaluation values.5. The medical observation device according to claim 2 , wherein the movement control unit specifies claim 2 , as the lens movement parameter that is common to the two or more lenses claim 2 , a parameter acquired from a weighted average of a lens movement parameter specified on the basis of the focus evaluation value corresponding to the reference lens and a lens movement parameter specified on the basis of ...

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE SYSTEM

A surgical microscope has an upper face provided with a light beam outlet. An assistant scope is mounted on the light beam outlet, and is rotatable in a horizontal plane so as to direct in any direction in the plane. 1. A surgical microscope system comprising:a stand provided with a first arm and a second arm, the first arm laterally extending, and the second arm extending downward from a tip of the first arm and including a pivot at a lower end of the second arm;longitudinal and lateral sliders; an objective lens system vertically arranged;', 'a zoom lens system horizontally arranged;', 'a first reflector configured to horizontally reflect a pair of light beams from a surgical field through the objective lens system to arrange the light beams left and right;', 'a pair of second reflectors arranged below and above configured to reversely reflect the light beams from the zoom lens system above the zoom lens system to guide the light beams to an eyepiece unit;', 'a beam splitter configured to upward split a part of one of the light beams reversely reflected;', 'a light beam outlet provided above the beam splitter to extract light beam split by the beam splitter;', 'a rotary barrel mounted on the light beam outlet, the rotary barrel being rotatable in a horizontal plane and including a third reflector configured to horizontally reflect the split light beam; and', 'an assistant scope detachably attached to the rotary barrel., 'a surgical microscope having a side face supported by the pivot via the longitudinal and lateral sliders, the surgical microscope including2. The surgical microscope system according to claim 1 , wherein the beam splitter is provided in an optical path of the light beam close to the hanging arm. This application claims priorities from Japanese Patent Application No. 2016-159200 filed on Aug. 15, 2016; the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.The present disclosure relates to surgical microscope systems in which a side face ...

ADVANCED PROTECTIVE CLEAR DOME SHIELD FOR OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS

Disclosed herein is a dome shield for biomicroscopes and/or other optical instruments. The dome shield is rigid and durable as well as optically clear and prevents respiratory droplets from contacting the face and head of the instrument operator during eye exams. The dome shield has a smooth surface and is removable from the instrument for cleaning and disinfection. In a further aspect, the dome shield allows for the adjustment of the interpupillary distance of the instrument oculars without removal of the dome shield. Also disclosed are adapters or seals for holding the dome shield in place and preventing the transmission of aerosols or droplets at the point of attachment of the dome shield to the optical instrument. 1. An optical instrument comprising a dome shield attached to the optical instrument , wherein the dome shield comprises a concave surface and a convex surface and an aperture for receiving the optical instrument , and wherein the concave surface faces an operator of the optical instrument and the convex surface faces a person being examined by the operator of the optical instrument.2. The dome shield of claim 1 , wherein the dome shield comprises a hollow hemisphere.3. The dome shield of claim 1 , wherein the dome shield is centered around oculars on the optical instrument.4. The dome shield of claim 1 , wherein the concave surface and convex surface are substantially smooth.5. The dome shield of claim 1 , wherein the dome shield is optically clear.6. The dome shield of claim 1 , wherein the dome shield is configured to be removable from the optical instrument for disinfection.7. The dome shield of claim 1 , wherein when respiratory droplets and aerosols are generated facing the convex surface claim 1 , the dome shield prevents the respiratory droplets and aerosols from reaching the face of the operator of the optical instrument.8. The dome shield of claim 1 , further comprising a seal at a point of attachment to the optical instrument claim 1 , ...

IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS AND IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD

A medical imaging apparatus including a controller including circuitry configured to control display on a display area of a medical image, control display on the display area of a superimposed image corresponding to the medical image such that the superimposed image is displayed overlapped on the medical image, detect a position of an important element within the medical image, and determine a position of the superimposed image within the display area, based on the detected position of the important element, such that the superimposed image does not overlap on the important element within the medical image. 1. A medical imaging apparatus , comprising:a controller including circuitry configured to control display on a display area of a medical image,control display on the display area of a superimposed image corresponding to the medical image such that the superimposed image is displayed overlapped on the medical image,detect a position of an important element within the medical image, and determine a position of the superimposed image within the display area, based on the detected position of the important element, such that the superimposed image does not overlap on the important element within the medical image.2. The medical imaging apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the controller including circuitry is further configured to detect an overlap between a portion of the important element and the portion of the superimposed image within the display area and adjust claim 1 , in response to the overlap being detected claim 1 , the position of the superimposed image within the display area such that superimposed image is no longer overlapping on the portion of the important element within the medical image.3. The medical imaging apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the medical image includes a surgical image of a body.4. The medical imaging apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the important element is an important object or an important area.5. The ...

Surgical stereoscopic observation apparatus

A surgical stereoscopic observation apparatus has a pair of main optical paths A and a pair of secondary optical paths B, an aligning direction of the paths B differing by 90 degrees from that of the paths A. The main and secondary optical paths involve imaging elements D 1 and D 2, respectively. This apparatus is able to provide not only electronic images oriented for a main operator and an assistant positioned opposite to the main operator but also electronic images orientated for an assistant positioned on the left or right side of the main operator, thereby allowing the main operator and assistants to cooperatively conduct an operation.

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE WITH GESTURE CONTROL AND METHOD FOR A GESTURE CONTROL OF A SURGICAL MICROSCOPE

The present invention relates to a surgical microscope () with a field of view () and comprising an optical imaging system () which images an inspection area () which is at least partially located in the field of view (), and to a method for a gesture control of a surgical microscope () having an optical imaging system (). Surgical microscopes () of the art have the disadvantage that an adjustment of the microscope parameters, for instance the working distance, field of view () or illumination mode, requires the surgeon to put down his or her surgical tools, look up from the microscope's eyepiece () and perform the adjustment by operating the microscope handles. Also foot switches and mouth switches where proposed, whereas those are not intuitively operated, require training and are less accurate than hand control of the microscope handles. Thus, the surgeon may lose his or her focus, is confronted with inconveniences and delays and bears an increased risk of contamination. In order to overcome the above disadvantages, the present invention provides a surgical microscope () which is characterized in that the surgical microscope () further comprises a gesture detection unit () for detection of a movement () of an object () such as at least one of a finger and a tool, and in that the gesture detection unit () is connected to the optical imaging system () via a signal line () and in that the gesture detection unit () is configured to output a control signal () via the signal line () to the optical imaging system () depending on the movement () of the object (), the optical imaging system () being configured to alter its state depending on the control signal (). The invention further provides a method for gesture control of the inventive surgical microscope (). 119311911765291737617777636529377. A surgical microscope () having a field of view () and comprising an optical imaging system () which images an inspection area () which is at least partially located in the ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR REGISTRATION USING A MICROSCOPE INSERT

A microscope insert includes a camera, a display device, a beam splitter, and a processing unit. The camera is configured to receive a first portion of first light through a microscope from an object and generate a signal representing an image of the object. The display device is configured to generate a graphical representation of information relevant to the object and project second light representing the graphical representation. The beam splitter is configured to direct a second portion of the first light from the object and a first portion of the second light to a viewing device for simultaneously viewing the object and the information by a user. The processing unit is configured to track motions of the object based on the image of the object and control the display device to adjust the graphical representation according to the motions of the object. 1. A method for registering and tracking an object with a microscope , comprising:capturing an image of an eye with a camera; detecting a limbic boundary;', 'defining a plurality of segments in the image relative to the limbic boundary;', 'detecting features in the plurality of segments; and', 'determining at least one of a position, size, or rotation of the eye., 'analyzing the image with a processing unit, wherein the processing unit performs to the steps of2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising generating a graphical representation of information related to the eye.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein defining the plurality of segments includes performing a modified Hough Transform.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the limbic boundary is annular.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein detecting the limbic boundary includes detecting with a Canny edge detector.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the number of segments is predetermined.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the features are anatomical.8. The method of claim 2 , further comprising tracking a position of the eye by:determining a coordinate ...

ZOOM OBJECTIVE LENS OF OPERATING MICROSCOPE

Disclosed is a zoom objective lens () of an operating microscope (), wherein the zoom objective lens () and a lens cone of the operating microscope () are provided along a same axis (). The zoom objective lens () comprises a positive lens group () and a negative lens group () provided along a same axis (). The positive lens group () is provided on an objective lens holder (), and the negative lens group () is provided on a negative lens group holder () and directly faces the object under observation (G). The zoom objective lens () is changeably connected to a body () of the operating microscope through the objective lens holder () or a coupling holder, the negative lens group holder () is capable of moving in the optical axis () direction relative to the objective lens holder (), and the position of the objective lens holder () relative to an illumination system () and an observation system () remains unchanged. The focus length of this zoom objective lens () can be continuously adjusted, and the zoom objective lens can be replaced as a whole. The structures of the illumination system () and the observation system () of the operating microscope () can remain unchanged, and in the zooming process, the positions of the zoom objective lens () relative to the illumination system () and the observation system () remain unchanged. In the zoom objective lens (), a guide mechanism () for leading the negative lens group holder () to move in the optical axis () direction, and a drive mechanism () for driving the negative lens group holder () to move in the optical axis () direction are provided, thereby causing that the zoom objective lens () have a compact structure and is convenient to adjust. 1. A zoom objective lens of an operating microscope , being provided along a same axis with a lens core of the operating microscope , and comprising a positive lens group and a negative lens group provided along a same optical axis , wherein ,the positive lens group is provided on an ...

MEDICAL OBSERVATION APPARATUS AND MEDICAL OBSERVATION SYSTEM

[Object] To provide a medical observation apparatus and a medical observation system that can ensure the user's visual field and have good manipulability. 1. A medical observation apparatus comprising:a cylindrical unit; an optical system configured to collect light from an object to be observed and form an image, and', 'an imaging element configured to photoelectrically convert light collected by the optical system and output an imaging signal;, 'an imaging unit provided in a hollow portion of the cylindrical unit and including'}a support unit including at least one set composed of two arm units and a joint unit linking one of the two arm units to the other in a rotationally movable manner and supporting, at its tip portion, the cylindrical unit and the imaging unit in a rotationally movable manner around an axis in a height direction of the cylindrical unit; andan arm manipulation unit provided on a side surface of the cylindrical unit corresponding to an upper side of an image based on the imaging signal and configured to accept a manipulation input that permits a rotational movement of the arm unit.2. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the optical system is capable of altering a magnification of an image of the object to be observed, andthe medical observation apparatus further comprises a magnification alteration input unit provided side by side with the arm manipulation unit along a height direction of the cylindrical unit and configured to accept an input that alters the magnification.3. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the optical system is capable of altering a focal distance to the object to be observed, andthe medical observation apparatus further comprises a focal distance alteration input unit provided side by side with the arm manipulation unit along a height direction of the cylindrical unit and configured to accept an input that alters the focal distance.4. The medical observation apparatus ...

SIGNAL PROCESSING DEVICE, SIGNAL PROCESSING METHOD, IMAGE CAPTURE DEVICE, AND MEDICAL IMAGE CAPTURE DEVICE

To enable tunable wavelength extraction and detection of a narrow band, while maintaining resolution. 1. A signal processing device comprising:an acquisition unit that acquires a signal of a first wavelength band in which wavelength extraction is possible in a tunable manner by means of postprocessing and a signal of a second wavelength band to be used for a special purpose; anda signal processing unit that performs signal processing using the signal of the first wavelength band and the signal of the second wavelength band.2. The signal processing device according to claim 1 ,wherein the signal processing unit extracts a signal of a desired wavelength band using the signal of the first wavelength band.3. The signal processing device according to claim 2 ,wherein the signal processing unit calculates a vegetation index using at least one of the signal of the desired wavelength band or the signal of the second wavelength band.4. The signal processing device according to claim 3 ,wherein the signal processing unit calculates at least any one of a normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI), a green normalized difference vegetation index (GNDVI), a photochemical reflectance index (PRI), or a sun-induced fluorescence (SIF), as the vegetation index.5. A signal processing method executed by a computer claim 3 , the method comprising:acquiring a signal of a first wavelength band in which wavelength extraction is possible in a tunable manner by means of postprocessing and a signal of a second wavelength band to be used for a special purpose; andperforming signal processing using the signal of the first wavelength band and the signal of the second wavelength band.6. An image capture device comprising:a first detection unit that detects a signal of a first wavelength band in which wavelength extraction is possible in a tunable manner by means of postprocessing; anda second detection unit that detects a signal of a second wavelength band to be used for a special purpose.7. ...

Clinical Intravital Microscope

A clinical intravital microscope with a heavy base; a motorized, mechanized or manual cantilever arm; and a microscope and camera portion at the distal end of the cantilever arm is provided. A method for observing and/or recording conditions such as blood flow, vessel characteristics, such as vessel density, tumor structure, tumor size and dimensions, is provided such that a physician is permitted to observe such information and characteristics in real-time. 1. An intravital microscope system for observing the tissues of a human patient in real-time during a medical procedure , the system comprising:a base;an arm having a proximal and a distal end, the proximal end of the arm supported by the base, the arm extending horizontally from the base;an intravital microscope having an eyepiece and an objective, the microscope mounted on the arm;a video camera operatively associated with the microscope;a surface for supporting the patient underneath the microscope;a processor for receiving and storing video images from the camera; and,wherein the base has a weight substantially greater than the arm such that the arm is stabilized and motion artifact in the system is minimized2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the microscope is configured and arranged for adjustment in the X and Y-axis.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the microscope is configured and arranged for vertical adjustment in the Z-axis.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the intravital microscope has a magnification between about 100× and 200×.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the base further comprises a stabilizing element.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the patient supporting surface is disposed on a cart having a plurality of casters disposed thereon.7. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a fluorescent illumination source.8. The system of claim 7 , wherein the illumination source is epifluorescent.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the microscope is configured and arranged to be adjusted in the Z- ...

Hair transplant planning system

A system for providing images of a human scalp and associated information for assisting in hair transplant planning, the system includes a support and at least one camera selectively connectable to the support, the camera and/or the support being configured for acquiring at least one, preferably a plurality of scale calibrated overview images of the human scalp of a patient's head, preferably from different predefined angles, optical acquisition means, preferably a video-dermatoscope, being configured for acquiring a plurality of microscopic images within different regions of the scalp, a processing unit configured to process and/or analyse image data provided by the camera means and the optical acquisition means, in particular for measuring areas of the human scalp, identify and measure hair in microscopic images and/or quantitatively plan a hair transplant operation, wherein the processing unit comprises a user interface configured for interacting with a user.

Robotic surgical assembly

A robotic surgical assembly ( 100 ) includes a support ( 104 ), one macro-positioning arm ( 30 ), connected to the support ( 104 ) and having a plurality of degrees of freedom. The macro-positioning arm ( 30 ) includes a support member ( 38 ), at least two micro-positioning devices ( 41, 141, 241, 341 ), each having a plurality of motorized degrees of freedom, connected in cascade to the support member ( 38 ) of the macro-positioning arm ( 30 ), and at least two medical instruments ( 60, 160, 260, 360 ). Each instrument is connected in cascade to each of the micro-positioning device and includes a jointed device ( 70, 170, 270 ) having a plurality of motorized degrees of freedom including a plurality of rotational joints. Each of the at least two medical instruments ( 60, 160, 260, 360 ) has a shaft ( 65 ), suitable for distancing the jointed device from the micro-positioning devices by a predetermined distance in a shaft direction (X-X).

COMPUTER-BASED LIVER MODEL

A method of predicting bile flow through a liver is described. The method comprises: (a) dividing the axis connecting the central vein and a portal vein of a lobule into zones; (b) measuring secretion of bile by hepatocytes; (c) calculating the transport rate of said bile of (b) through each of the zones defined in (a), using differential equations; (d) providing a three-dimensional representation of the bile canaliculi in said lobule; (e) calculating a correction factor as the ratio between hydraulic radius and geometric radius of said bile canaliculi; and (f) calculating bile transport through (f-i) said three-dimensional representation of (d) using the transport rates determined in step (c) and said correction factor calculated in step (e), by solving the Navier-Stokes equations for said representation of (d); or (f-ii) a porous medium model of said liver lobule using the transport rates determined in step (c). 1. A computer-based method of predicting bile flow through a lobule of a mammalian liver , said method comprising:(a) dividing the axis connecting the central vein and a portal vein of said lobule into a central zone, a middle zone and a portal zone, preferably based on the positions of said central vein and said portal vein as determined from microscopic images;(b) measuring experimentally secretion of bile by hepatocytes;(c) calculating the transport rate of said bile of (b) through each of the zones defined in (a), preferably using ordinary differential equations;(d) providing a three-dimensional representation of the bile canaliculi in said lobule;(e) calculating a first correction factor as the ratio between hydraulic radius and geometric radius of said bile canaliculi; and (f-i) said three-dimensional representation of (d) using the transport rates determined in step (c) and said first correction factor calculated in step (e), preferably by solving the Navier-Stokes equations for said three-dimensional representation of (d); or', '(f-ii) a three- ...

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE APPARATUS

A surgical microscope apparatus includes a stand base to which a stand post is fixed. The stand post supports a stand body so that the stand body horizontally turns around the stand post without turning the stand post. The stand body, therefore, is turnable with small force. Load applied to a rotary part at a top part of the stand post is only the weight of the stand body, and therefore, a bearing of the rotary part can be downsized. 1. A surgical microscope apparatus comprising:a stand base set on a floor;a stand post uprightly installed at the center of the stand base;a stand body supported at a top part of the stand post;a vertical arm having an intermediate part attached to a side face of the stand body through a horizontal shaft so that the vertical arm is able to turn around the horizontal shaft; anda horizontal arm horizontally extending from a top end of the vertical arm and having a front end supporting a surgical microscope, wherein:the stand post is integrally fixed to the stand base in a not-rotatable manner; andthe stand body is supported by the stand post in such a way as to turn in a horizontal direction with respect to the stand post.2. The surgical microscope apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the vertical arm and horizontal arm form a balancing structure that cancels the weight of the surgical microscope with the use of a counterweight. The present invention relates to a surgical microscope apparatus.When a doctor of, for example, neurosurgery conducts surgery by observing an enlarged view of a surgical field, the doctor uses a surgical microscope supported with a stand. The stand includes a stand base set on a floor, a stand post uprightly installed at the center of the stand base, a stand body attached to the stand post, a vertical arm rotatably attached to the stand body, and a horizontal arm horizontally extended from a top end of the vertical arm. The surgical microscope is supported at a front end of the horizontal arm.In the stand, the stand ...

ILLUMINATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPHTHALMIC SURGICAL MICROSCOPES

The disclosure provides an ophthalmic surgical microscope including an optical axis. The ophthalmic surgical microscope also includes at least one light source configured to provide illumination having a wavelength range between 575 nm and 625 nm. The ophthalmic surgical microscope further includes a control device for directing the illumination at an acute angle relative to the optical axis of the microscope. 1. An ophthalmic surgical microscope comprising:an optical axis;at least one light source configured to provide illumination having a wavelength range between 575 nm and 625 nm; anda control device for directing the illumination at an acute angle relative to the optical axis of the microscope.2. The ophthalmic surgical microscope of claim 1 , wherein the acute angle relative to the optical axis is between 14 and 18 degrees for a left eye.3. The ophthalmic surgical microscope of claim 1 , wherein the acute angle relative to the optical axis is between −14 and −18 degrees for a right eye.4. The ophthalmic surgical microscope of claim 1 , wherein the wavelength range of the illumination is between 590 nm and 610 nm.5. The ophthalmic surgical microscope of claim 1 , wherein the ophthalmic surgical microscope provides F-number 15 or higher.6. An eye image displaying system comprising:{'claim-text': ['an optical axis;', 'at least one light source configured to provide illumination having a wavelength range between 575 nm and 625 nm; and', 'a control device for directing the illumination at an acute angle relative to the optical axis; and'], '#text': 'an ophthalmic surgical microscope including:'}{'claim-text': ['collect the illumination reflected from an eye; and', 'provide an analog image based on the illumination reflected from the eye.'], '#text': 'a detector communicatively coupled to the ophthalmic surgical microscope, the detector configured to:'}7. The eye image displaying system of claim 6 , wherein the acute angle relative to the optical axis is between 14 ...

MOUNTABLE DENTAL/SURGICAL MICROSCOPE

A mountable dental/surgical microscope is an apparatus that attaches to a medical overhead light. The apparatus includes an overhead attachment mechanism, a positioning arm, a stereoscopic ocular, and a light-modifying scope. The overhead attachment mechanism attaches the apparatus to the medical overhead light. The positioning arm allows a user to reposition the apparatus in order to better view an object through the apparatus. The light-modifying scope condenses, collimates, focuses, and magnifies the light traversing through the apparatus, which allows the user to better view the object through the apparatus. The stereoscopic ocular allows the user to comfortably view the object by redirecting an optical image of the object to a desirable position offset from the light-modifying scope. 1. A mountable dental/surgical microscope comprises:an overhead attachment mechanism;a positioning arm;a stereoscopic ocular;a light-modifying scope;the positioning arm comprises a proximal arm end and a distal arm end; the light-modifying scope comprises a collector lens, a light-collimating mechanism, a light-refracting mechanism, and an objective lens;the stereoscopic ocular comprises an optical inlet and an optical outlet; the stereoscopic ocular and the proximal arm end being laterally mounted to the light-modifying scope;the stereoscopic ocular and the proximal arm end being positioned offset from each other about the light-modifying scope;the overhead attachment mechanism being mounted onto the distal arm end;the collector lens being in optical communication with the objective lens through the light-collimating mechanism;the objective lens being in optical communication the optical inlet through the light-refracting mechanism;the optical inlet being positioned adjacent to the light-modifying scope; the optical outlet being positioned offset from the light-modifying scope; andthe optical inlet being in optical communication with the optical outlet.2. The mountable dental/ ...

Microscope system and microscopy method using digital markers

A microscope system ( 1 ) includes a microscope and a camera ( 3 ) for generating and recording image-based information on an area of observation. A storage and evaluation unit ( 4 ) is connected to the microscope ( 2 ) and the camera ( 3 ) for detecting parameter settings of the microscope associated with the image-based information. A display ( 5 ) renders visible the digital image of the area of observation, and a control unit ( 6 ) is connected to the storage and evaluation unit ( 4 ) and to the display ( 5 ). The control unit ( 6 ) places digital markers for marking observed objects in a digital image of the area of observation and displays the digital markers on the display ( 5 ). The storage and evaluation unit ( 4 ) selects and stores information on each digital marker so that the marker can be associated at a later point in time with the position of the observed object.

Shunt for Vascular Flow Enhancement

Drainage of body fluid from a first area of the body to a target area of the body can be accomplished by interconnecting an artificial non-blood fluid conduit with the venous and/or lymphatic system of the body. For example, an artificial non-blood fluid conduit can be inserted into the eye to fluidly interconnect the anterior chamber with a venous structure, such as an anterior ciliary vein, or lymphatic in a target location of the eye. The outflow end of the conduit can be positioned adjacent to and/or cannulated within the venous structure or lymphatic. Further, the conduit can optionally have an angiogenic material for stimulating growth of new blood vessels in the target location to fluidly interconnect the venous structure or lymphatic with the anterior chamber using the non-blood fluid conduit. 1. A method of fluidly interconnecting an implant with a venous structure or lymphatic , the method comprising:inserting the implant into a body using a delivery device, the implant having first and second end regions;positioning the first end region in a target area;positioning the second end region adjacent to the venous structure or lymphatic; andwithdrawing the delivery device from the body.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the venous structure comprises an anterior ciliary vein of an eye.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second end region is positioned adjacent to a lymphatic of an eye.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the lymphatic is located at a corneal limbus claim 3 , a lacrimal gland claim 3 , an extraocular muscle claim 3 , an orbital meninges claim 3 , a ciliary body claim 3 , a choroid claim 3 , or a uveolymphatic pathway of the eye.5. The method of any one of the preceding claims claim 3 , wherein the second end region is positioned adjacent to a vein extending within an anterior segment of an eye.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second end region is positioned adjacent to a vein extending within Tenon's capsule claim 1 , conjunctiva claim 1 ...

MEDICAL SUPPORT ARM SYSTEM AND CONTROL DEVICE

Provision of a technology for controlling an arm to maintain hand-eye coordination is desirable in a case of using the arm for supporting an oblique-viewing endoscope. 1. A medical support arm system comprising:an articulated arm configured to support a scope that acquires an image of an observation target in an operation field; anda control unit configured to control the articulated arm on a basis of a relationship between a real link corresponding to a lens barrel axis of the scope and a virtual link corresponding to an optical axis of the scope.2. The medical support arm system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a virtual link setting unit configured to set the virtual link.3. The medical support arm system according to claim 2 , whereinthe virtual link setting unit sets the virtual link on a basis of a specification of the scope.4. The medical support arm system according to claim 3 , whereinthe specification of the scope includes at least one of a structural specification of the scope or a functional specification of the scope.5. The medical support arm system according to claim 4 , whereinthe structural specification includes at least one of an oblique angle of the scope or a dimension of the scope, and the functional specification includes a focus distance of the scope.6. The medical support arm system according to claim 3 , whereinthe virtual link setting unit recognizes a scope ID corresponding to the scope and acquires the specification of the scope corresponding to the recognized scope ID.7. The medical support arm system according to claim 6 , whereinthe virtual link setting unit recognizes the scope ID written in a memory of the scope.8. The medical support arm system according to claim 6 , whereinthe virtual link setting unit recognizes the scope ID on a basis of input information from a user.9. The medical support arm system according to claim 2 , whereinthe virtual link setting unit sets the virtual link on a basis of a distance or a direction ...

MEDICAL IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS

A medical image processing apparatus includes an image processor configured to set a cut-out range for each of a medical image for a right eye and a medical image for a left eye, captured respectively by a first imaging device and a second imaging device with a fixed inward angle that is an angle formed by imaging directions, and perform an electronic zoom process of enlarging an image in the cut-out range; and a display controller configured to control display on a display screen of the medical image for the right eye and the medical image for the left eye that have been subjected to the electronic zoom process by the image processor. The image processor sets the cut-out ranges for right and left eyes based on a reference distance corresponding to the inward angle and a subject distance in the first imaging device and the second imaging device. 1. A medical image processing apparatus comprising:an image processor configured to set a cut-out range for each of a medical image for a right eye and a medical image for a left eye, captured respectively by a first imaging device and a second imaging device with a fixed inward angle that is an angle formed by imaging directions, and perform an electronic zoom process of enlarging an image in the cut-out range; anda display controller configured to control display on a display screen of the medical image for the right eye and the medical image for the left eye that have been subjected to the electronic zoom process by the image processor, whereinthe image processor is configured to set the cut-out range for each of the medical image for the right eye and the medical image for the left eye based on a reference distance corresponding to the inward angle and a subject distance in the first imaging device and the second imaging device.2. The medical image processing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the image processor is configured to enlarge the image in the cut-out range at a set magnification.3. The medical image ...

Motorized full field adaptive microscope

An optical imaging system for imaging a target during a medical procedure, the imaging system involving an optical assembly having moveable zoom optics and moveable focus optics, a zoom actuator and a focus actuator for positioning the zoom and focus optics, respectively, a controller for controlling the zoom and focus actuators independently in response to received control input, a camera for capturing an image of the target from the optical assembly, the system capable of performing autofocus during a medical procedure.

Stand for a surgical microscope, surgical microscopy system, and method for optimizing an assembly space of a surgical microscopy system

A stand for a surgical microscope and a method for optimizing an assembly space of a surgical microscopy system are provided. The stand includes a base part, a stand part forming a c-shape structure, having a first end and a second end, and being mounted on the base part at the first end. The stand part has a hollow structure with reinforcements arranged within the hollow structure and the reinforcements extend vertically through the entire hollow structure. The stand part may include a first stand part element and a second stand part element, and the first and second stand part elements are arranged at a horizontal distance relative to one another and form together the c-shape structure. The method includes relocating electronic components from the arms to an area of the stand part thereby shifting a center of gravity of the stand.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROJECTED TOOL TRAJECTORIES FOR SURGICAL NAVIGATION SYSTEMS

The present disclosure teaches a system and method for communicating the spatial position and orientation of surgical instruments with respect to a surgical area of interest. Using a visual display of a surgical site generated by a camera feed, a computer generates a virtual overlay of the location and projected trajectory of a surgical instrument based on its current position and orientation. Position and orientation information is generated and stored using tracking markers and a tracking sensor in information communication with the computer. 2. The system according to wherein the communication mechanism is selected from a group consisting of a visual display claim 1 , an audible alert claim 1 , or a tactile feedback.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the overlay also depicts a projected trajectory of the surgical instrument.4. The system according to claim 2 , wherein the visual cue is provided by said computer processor being programmed with instructions to change one or more line characteristics of said projected trajectory.5. The system according to claim 4 , wherein said one or more line characteristics include a color claim 4 , thickness claim 4 , line pattern claim 4 , and any combination thereof.6. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the known relative position and orientation of the one or more non-contact distance acquiring devices and the imaging detector with respect to the surgical instrument is acquired by a tracking system.7. The system according to claim 6 , wherein the tracking system includes one or more tracking markers on at least the surgical instrument and a tracking sensor for tracking said one or more tracking markers.8. The system according to claim 6 , wherein the object in the surgical area of interest is tissue of a patient being operated on.9. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the non-contact distance acquiring device is a laser range finder.10. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the non-contact distance ...

SURGICAL LOUPE

[Object] To provide a surgical loupe that can adjust a convergence angle more easily. 1. A surgical loupe comprising:two optical systems that cause images of light from a surgical field which is an observation target to be formed on eyes of a wearer; anda drive unit for adjusting a convergence angle formed by optical axes of the two optical systems.2. The surgical loupe according to claim 1 , wherein the drive unit causes the optical systems to rotate with respect to rotational axes of the optical systems to adjust the convergence angle.3. The surgical loupe according to claim 1 , wherein the drive unit causes the optical systems to move to adjust the convergence angle.4. The surgical loupe according to claim 1 , wherein the drive unit causes an optical member for focusing included in the optical systems to move to further perform focus adjustment.5. The surgical loupe according to claim 1 , further comprising:a control unit that controls the drive unit.6. The surgical loupe according to claim 5 , further comprising:a distance measuring sensor unit that measures a distance to an observation target,wherein the control unit controls the drive unit on a basis of the distance.7. The surgical loupe according to claim 6 , further comprising:a lighting unit,wherein the control unit controls the lighting unit on the basis of the distance.8. The surgical loupe according to claim 5 , further comprising:a storage unit that stores a parameter that serves as a reference for control of the drive unit,wherein the control unit controls the drive unit on a basis of the parameter.9. The surgical loupe according to claim 8 ,wherein the storage unit stores the parameter in association with a user, andthe control unit controls the drive unit on a basis of the parameter corresponding to an identified user.10. The surgical loupe according to claim 9 , wherein the control unit identifies the user on a basis of information of the user acquired from another device.11. The surgical loupe ...

Stand for a surgical microscope, surgical microscopy system, and method for compensation a balancing error

A stand for a surgical microscope includes a first stand part including a first bearing and a second bearing, a shaft arranged in the first bearing and defining a rotation axis, a second stand part fixedly connected to the shaft, mounted on the first stand part together with the shaft pivotably about the rotation axis, and including a force transmission point, a lever part mounted on the second stand part at the force transmission point, arranged pivotably about the rotation axis, and including a third bearing, and a torque compensation assembly applying a counter torque to the second stand part to compensate a load torque including a dynamic load torque occurring when the second stand part is pivoted about the rotation axis and a static load torque resulting from a gravitation force acting on the second stand part and on elements mounted on the second stand part.

Eyepiece

An eyepiece includes a focusing apparatus for positioning the area perceived as in focus by the relaxed human eye and for correcting axial ametropia of an eye of a user of the eyepiece and a correction apparatus for adjustable correction of an astigmatism of an eye of a user of the eyepiece. 1. An eyepiece comprising:a focusing apparatus for positioning the area perceived as in focus by the relaxed human eye and for correcting axial ametropia of an eye of a user of the eyepiece;a correction apparatus for adjustable correction of an astigmatism of an eye of a user of the eyepiece.2. The eyepiece according to claim 1 , wherein the correction apparatus comprises two light-refracting apparatuses claim 1 , which respectively have different refractive powers in different planes claim 1 , the spacings of which are changeable or which are rotatable relative to one another.3. The eyepiece according to claim 1 , wherein the correction apparatus comprises an interface between two media with different refractive indices claim 1 , wherein the interface can be formed electrically claim 1 , magnetically or by means of hydrostatic pressure.4. The eyepiece according to claim 1 , wherein the correction apparatus is rotatable about the optical axis of the eyepiece.5. The eyepiece according to claim 1 , furthermore comprising:an operating apparatus for setting a cylindrical refractive power.6. The eyepiece according to claim 1 , furthermore comprising:a further operating apparatus for setting the orientations of maximum and minimum refractive powers of the correction apparatus.7. The eyepiece according to claim 1 , wherein the correction apparatus forms a proximal light-emergence surface of the eyepiece.8. The endoscope comprising an eyepiece according to .9. The endoscope according to claim 8 , wherein the endoscope has an astigmatism which is dependent on the refractive index of a medium claim 8 , in which the distal end of the endoscope is disposed.10. The endoscope according to ...

OPTICAL IMAGING SYSTEM

An optical imaging system generates an image of an object plane and includes a lens system which, in turn, includes a main objective and a reduction optical unit ahead of the main objective. The lens system is aligned along an optical axis and the reduction optical unit includes a first lens with a positive refractive power and a second lens with a negative refractive power. An object-side first main plane and an image-side second main plane are defined by the lens system. The optical imaging system defines an observation beam path which is guided through the lens system so that, in the first main plane and in the second main plane, the observation beam path is at a distance (B) from the optical axis. The first lens is of a first material having a first Abbe number and the second lens is of a second material having a second Abbe number, wherein the first Abbe number is greater than the second Abbe number. 2. The optical imaging system of claim 1 , wherein said first material and said second material are selected so as to cause a difference between said first Abbe number and said second Abbe number to lie between 16 and 22.3. The optical imaging system of claim 1 , wherein:said first material has a first refractive index;said second material has a second refractive index;said first material and said second material are selected so as to cause said first refractive index to be greater than 1.6 and said second refractive index to be greater than 1.6.4. The optical imaging system of claim 1 , wherein said first lens is fixedly mounted and said second lens is mounted so as to be displaceable in the direction of said optical axis.5. The optical imaging system of claim 1 , wherein said second lens is fixedly mounted and said first lens is mounted so as to be displaceable in the direction of the optical axis.6. The optical imaging system of claim 1 , wherein said reduction optical unit is configured to be pivotable into the beam path ahead of said main objective.7. The ...

Optical Imaging System

An optical imaging system generates an image of an object plane and includes a lens system which, in turn, includes a main objective and a reduction optical unit between the main objective and the object plane. The reduction optical unit includes a first composite element with a positive refractive power and a second composite element with a negative refractive power. The first composite element includes a first and second lens. The second composite element includes a third and fourth lens. An object-side first main plane and an image-side second main plane are defined by the lens system. The optical imaging system defines an observation beam path which is guided through the lens system so that, in each of the first main plane and the second main plane, the observation beam path is at a distance from the optical axis of the lens system. 2. The optical imaging system of claim 1 , wherein: said first material and said second material are selected so as to cause a difference between said first Abbe number and said second Abbe number to lie between 27 and 36; and claim 1 , said third and said fourth materials are selected so as to cause a difference between said third and fourth Abbe numbers to lie between 20 and 29.3. The optical imaging system of claim 1 , wherein:said first material has a first refractive index, said second material has a second refractive index, said third material has a third refractive index, and said fourth material has a fourth refractive index; and,said first material, said second material, said third material and said fourth material are selected so as to cause a first refractive index of the first material to be greater than 1.55, a second refractive index of the second material to be greater than 1.55, a refractive index of the third material to be greater than 1.55 and a refractive index of the fourth material to be greater than 1.55.4. The optical imaging system of claim 1 , wherein said first composite element is fixedly mounted and said ...

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE

The present invention relates to a surgical microscope comprising a first tube () and a second tube (), wherein at least one sensor () for sensing the position and/or orientation of the surgical microscope in three dimensions is provided, the first tube () and/or the second tube () being provided with a positioning and/or orientation device () for positioning and/or orienting the first and/or the second tube () as a function of a position and/or orientation, sensed by means of the at least one sensor (), of the surgical microscope in space. 1. A surgical microscope comprising:{'b': '8', 'a first tube ();'}{'b': '9', 'a second tube ();'}{'b': 21', '22', '23', '24', '25', '25, 'i': a,', 'b, 'at least one sensor (, , , , ) for sensing a position and/or an orientation of the surgical microscope in three dimensions; and'}{'b': 110', '13', '18', '19', '13', '18', '19', '8', '9', '8', '9', '21', '22', '23', '24', '25', '25, 'i': a,', 'a', 'a', 'a,', 'b, 'a positioning and/or an orientation device (, , , , , ) associated with the first tube () and/or the second tube () for positioning and/or orienting the first tube () and/or the second tube () as a function of the position and/or the orientation of the surgical microscope in space sensed by the at least one sensor (, , , , ).'}2110131819131819a,a,a. The surgical microscope according to claim 1 , wherein the positioning and/or orientation device comprises a computation unit () and at least one rotary joint ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ) having an actuating motor () associated therewith.38989. The surgical microscope according to claim 1 , wherein the first tube () is provided as a tube for a principal surgeon and the second tube () is provided as a tube for an assistant claim 1 , wherein the first tube () is exclusively manually positionable and/or orientable claim 1 , and the positioning and/or an orientation device is associated with the second tube ().489. The surgical microscope according to claim 2 , wherein the positioning ...

MEDICAL OBSERVATION DEVICE AND MEDICAL OBSERVATION SYSTEM

There is provided a medical observation device including: a microscope unit that includes an image sensor and images an operative site; and a holding unit that holds the microscope unit on a front end side. The holding unit includes a first rotation axis unit that supports the microscope unit to allow rotation about a first rotation axis substantially aligned with an optical axis of the microscope unit. From the microscope unit, a cable group including at least a signal cable that transmits a signal related to the image sensor and a light guide that guides illuminating light for imaging is run towards an outside through an interior of a housing of the first rotation axis unit. 1. A medical observation device comprising:a microscope unit that includes an image sensor and images an operative site; anda holding unit that holds the microscope unit on a front end side, whereinthe holding unit includes a first rotation axis unit that supports the microscope unit to allow rotation about a first rotation axis substantially aligned with an optical axis of the microscope unit,from the microscope unit, a cable group including at least a signal cable that transmits a signal related to the image sensor and a light guide that guides illuminating light for imaging is run towards an outside through an interior of a housing of the first rotation axis unit, andthe cable group is run, at a position that does not match the first rotation axis when facing from the microscope unit towards the interior of the housing of the first rotation axis unit, in a direction substantially parallel to the first rotation axis, and run in a direction substantially parallel to a plane that is orthogonal to the first rotation axis in the interior of the housing of the first rotation axis unit.2. The medical observation device according to claim 1 , wherein a first rotation member that is connected to the microscope unit, and rotates together with the microscope unit about the first rotation axis, and', ' ...

CLASSIFICATION OF CELLULAR IMAGES AND VIDEOS

A method for performing cellular classification includes extracting a plurality of local feature descriptors from a set of input images and applying a coding process to covert each of the plurality of local feature descriptors into a multi-dimensional code. A feature pooling operation is applied on each of the plurality of local feature descriptors to yield a plurality of image representations and each image representation is classified as one of a plurality of cell types. 1. A method for performing cellular classification , the method comprising:extracting a plurality of local feature descriptors from a set of input images;converting each local feature descriptor into a multiapplying a Locality-constrained Sparse Coding (LSC) coding process to covert each of the plurality of local feature descriptors into a multi-dimensional code using a codebook, wherein the LSC coding process iteratively solves an optimization problem which enforces code sparsity and code locality with respect to each local feature descriptor and the codebook;applying a feature pooling operation on each of the plurality of local feature descriptors to yield a plurality of image representations; andclassifying each image representation as one of a plurality of cell types.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:acquiring a plurality of input images;calculating an entropy value for each of the plurality of input images, each entropy value representative of an amount of texture information in a respective image;identifying one or more low-entropy images in the set of input images, wherein the one or more low-entropy images are each associated with a respective entropy value below a threshold value; andgenerating the set of input images based on the plurality of input images, wherein the set of input images excludes the one or more low-entropy images.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of input images are acquired using an endomicroscopy device during a medical procedure.4. The ...

Phase Contrast Microscopy With Oblique Back-Illumination

A method of creating a phase contrast image is provided. In some embodiments the method comprises illuminating the target region of a sample with a first light source to provide a first oblique back illumination of the target region of the sample, and detecting a first phase contrast image from light originating from the first light source and back illuminating the target region of the sample. In some embodiments the method further comprises illuminating the sample with a second light source to provide a second oblique back illumination of the target region of the sample, and detecting a second phase contrast image from light originating from the second light source and back illuminating the target region of the sample. In some embodiments a difference image of the target region of the sample is created by subtracting the second phase contrast image of the target region of the sample from the first phase contrast image of the target region of the sample. Apparatus for carrying out the methods are also provided. The methods and apparatus find use, for example, in endoscopy. 1. A method of creating a phase contrast image , comprising:illuminating the target region of a sample with a first light source to provide a first oblique back illumination of the target region of the sample, anddetecting a first phase contrast image from light originating from the first light source and back illuminating the target region of the sample.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein light from the first light source is the only light illuminating the sample when the first phase contrast image is detected from light originating from the first light source and back illuminating the target region of the sample.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising illuminating the sample with a second light source to provide a second oblique back illumination of the target region of the sample claim 2 , anddetecting a second phase contrast image from light originating from the second light source and ...

BRAKE SYSTEM

An ophthalmic surgical apparatus may include a tower extending upward from a support base, and a user-positionable arm extending from the tower to support an optical instrument attached to a distal end of the user-positionable arm. The user-positionable arm may include four members that are pivotably connected to each other. An electromagnetic brake strut may be pivotably attached in a diagonal relationship to at least two of the four members. The electromagnetic brake strut may include a rotatable lead screw having first and second lead screw end regions and a nut attached to the first pivot joint. The first lead screw end region may be threadably received into the nut. An electromagnetic clutch allows lead screw rotation when an electrical voltage is applied thereto. The electromagnetic clutch may be attached to the second pivot joint and may include a bearing that supports the second lead screw end region. 1. An ophthalmic microscope comprising:a support base;a tower extending upward from the support base;a user-positionable arm extending from the tower and having a supported end that is attached to the tower; and a four member linkage comprising four members that are pivotably connected to each other;', 'an electromagnetic brake strut pivotably attached in a diagonal relationship to at least two of the four members at a first strut pivot joint and at a second strut pivot joint, the electromagnetic brake strut comprising:', a first lead screw end region; and', 'a second lead screw end region;, 'a rotatable lead screw comprising, 'a nut attached to the first strut pivot joint, the first lead screw end region received into the nut; and', 'an electromagnetic clutch attached to the second strut pivot joint, the electromagnetic clutch operable to permit rotation of the rotatable lead screw relative to the electromagnetic clutch when an electrical voltage is applied to the electromagnetic clutch., 'a microscope head attached to a distal end of the user-positionable arm ...

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE HAVING A DATA UNIT AND METHOD FOR OVERLAYING IMAGES

A surgical system has a surgical microscope with an imaging optical unit and a control unit for setting imaging parameters of the microscope. The system further has an image processing device for overlaying an overlay image stored in the image processing device with an image generated by the microscope. A data processing unit is connected to the control unit of the microscope and to the image processing device. The control unit is configured such that, before a change of at least one imaging parameter of the microscope from a first value to a second value, it stores both the first value and the second value and makes them available to the data processing unit. The image processing device is configured in such a manner that it modifies the overlay image in a manner corresponding to the stored first and second values of the at least one imaging parameter. 1. A surgical system comprising:a surgical microscope including an imaging optic and a control unit configured for setting imaging parameters of said surgical microscope;said surgical microscope being configured to generate an image;an image processing device configured to superimpose an overlay image stored in said image processing device to said image generated by said surgical microscope;a data processing unit connected to said control unit of said surgical microscope and said image processing device;said control unit being further configured to, before a change of at least one of said imaging parameters from a first value to a second value, store both said first value and said second value and provide said first value and said second value to said data processing unit; and,said data processing unit being configured to modify said overlay image in a manner corresponding to said first value and said second value of said at least one imaging parameter.2. The surgical system of claim 1 , wherein:said data processing unit generates a modified overlay image when modifying said overlay image; and,said image processing ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CREATING AND DISPLAYING A MAP OF A BRAIN OPERATING FIELD

A method and device are for generating and displaying a map of a brain operating field, brain tissue areas associated with a stimulated brain function being marked in the map. In the method, during a measurement cycle a stimulation of a brain function is effected and a stimulation image of the brain operating field with the stimulated brain function is recorded, a reference image without the stimulated brain function is recorded, the stimulation image and the reference image are used to generate the map, and the map is displayed on a display. A plurality of cycles are performed. A new map is generated after each cycle following the first cycle. In order to generate the new map, the stimulation and reference images of one or more preceding cycles are used besides the images recorded in the cycle just carried out. At least the new map is displayed after each cycle. 1. A method for generating and displaying a map of a brain operating field with brain tissue areas associated with at least one stimulated brain function being marked in said map , the method comprising: effecting a stimulation of at least one brain function,', 'recording at least one stimulation image of the brain operating field with the stimulated at least one brain function,', 'recording at least one reference image of the brain operating field without the at least one stimulated brain function,', 'generating a map using the at least one stimulation image recorded in the measurement cycle and the at least one reference image, and, 'performing a measurement cycle, the measurement cycle including'}displaying the map on a display device;wherein a plurality of measurement cycles are carried out and a new map of the brain operating field is generated after each measurement cycle following a first measurement cycle, wherein, in order to generate the new map, the at least one stimulation image and the at least one reference image of one or more preceding measurement cycles are used in addition to the at least ...

Systems and Methods for Laser Eye Surgery

Laser eye surgery is in recent years more and more augmented and supported by the application of various photodisruptive laser pulse applications to the eye tissue. The here described inventions relates to several methods and system for improved laser eye surgery using photodisruptive laser pulses. 1. A method for eye surgery , comprising a femtosecond laser system to cut a tissue structure of an eye with a sequence of multiple laser pulses creating micro cavitation bubbles and where a laser pulse scanning sequence moves the laser pulses from a proximal position relative to a laser delivery system beam output to a distal position relative to the laser delivery system beam output.2. A system as in where the special distance of the multiple laser pulse sequence is controlled such that the resulting micro cavitation bubbles interfere with each other and move as a result of such interference. The present non-provisional application claims the benefit of priority under 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) of U.S. provisional application No. 62/400629 filed on Sep. 28, 2016, the entire content of which is incorporated herein by reference.The present invention generally relates to systems, apparatus, and methods related to surgery and micromachining. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems, apparatus and methods for eye surgery. Eye surgery and particularly Cataract surgery is one of the most common surgical procedures performed. The primary goal of cataract surgery is the removal of the defective lens and replacement with an artificial lens or intraocular lens (IOL) that restores some of the optical properties of the defective lens.The major steps in cataract surgery consist of making cornea incisions to allow access to the anterior chamber of the eye and to correct for astigmatism (Limbal relaxing incisions, LRIs), cutting and opening the capsule of the lens to gain access to the lens, fragmenting and removing of the lens and in most cases placing an artificial ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR COMBINED FEMTO-PHACO SURGERY

Systems and methods are described for a combined femto/phaco surgical system built into a single housing with at least one component that can articulate into and out of position when needed. Preferred systems include femto and phaco surgical systems that can be 1. A system , comprising:a housing;wherein the housing comprises femto and phaco surgical systems and interfaces and a controller for controlling the femto and phaco surgical systems.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the femto and phaco surgical systems can move and articulate with respect to each other that does not require moving a patient or surgeon from their positions before claim 1 , during claim 1 , or after each procedure.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller permits a user to utilize both the femto and phaco surgical systems as required without moving a patient.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a femto laser head configured to move in a vertical X movement and horizontal Y movement or any angle to place the femto surface on a patient's eye or be removed from the patient's eye during surgery.5. The system of claim 4 , further comprising an alphanumeric keyboard configured to be articulated x/y or any angle with or independently from the femto optical head.6. A combined femto/phaco system claim 4 , comprising:a phaco tray configured to hold the phaco, VIT, irrigation and aspiration surgical handpieces;wherein the tray is configured to articulate along x and y axes or at any angle such that the tray can be placed into the surgical field at or about patient eye height for a phaco surgical procedure without requiring movement of the patient or surgeon.7. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a microscope integrated into the housing that is movable along x and y axes or at any angle such that the microscope can move in or out of position for a phaco procedure.8. The system of claim 7 , wherein the femto and phaco surgical systems and the microscope are each configured to ...

REDUCED GLARE SURGICAL MICROSCOPE AND ASSOCIATED DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

Devices, systems, and methods for glare reduction in surgical microscopy are provided. A method of operating a surgical microscope may include: receiving light reflected from the surgical field at an image sensor; processing the received light to generate image data; identifying portions of the image data representative of glare; and controlling an optical element to limit the transmission of light associated with the glare. A surgical microscope may include: an image sensor configured to receive light reflected from the surgical field, a computing device, and an optical element. The computing device may be configured to: identify portions of the light received at the image sensor associated with glare and generate a control signal to limit the transmission of the light associated with the glare. The optical element may be configured to selectively limit the transmission of the light associated with the glare in response to the control signal. 1. A method of operating a surgical microscope positioned in an optical pathway between a surgical field and an observer , the method comprising:receiving light reflected from the surgical field at an image sensor of the surgical microscope;processing the received light to generate image data;identifying portions of the image data representative of glare from the surgical field; andcontrolling an optical element positioned in the optical pathway to limit the transmission of light associated with the glare.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:identifying portions of the optical element through which the light associated with the glare will be transmitted to the observer that correspond with the identified portions of the image data.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein controlling an optical element includes:generating a control signal that selectively controls the identified portions of the optical element to limit the transmission of the light associated with the glare.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein controlling an ...

MEDICAL OBSERVATION APPARATUS, MEDICAL OBSERVATION SYSTEM, AND CONTROL METHOD

A medical observation apparatus includes: an imaging unit; a support unit including arms, a first joint that connects two of the arms and relatively rotates the two arms about a first rotation axis in accordance with given power, a second joint that connects two of the arms and relatively rotates the two arms about a second rotation axis in accordance with given power, a first motor that gives the power to the first joint, and a second motor that gives the power to the second joint; and a controller configured to control a rotational speed of the first motor in accordance with a first speed profile until the rotational speed reaches a predetermined operational speed, and control, until the rotational speed reaches the predetermined operational speed, a rotational speed of the second motor in accordance with a second speed profile that is different from the first speed profile. 1. A medical observation apparatus comprising:an imaging unit configured to image a target object in a magnified manner; a plurality of arms,', 'a first joint that connects two of the arms with each other and relatively rotates the two arms about a first rotation axis in accordance with given power,', 'a second joint that connects two of the arms with each other and relatively rotates the two arms about a second rotation axis in accordance with given power,', 'a first motor that gives the power to the first joint, and', 'a second motor that gives the power to the second joint; and, 'a support unit configured to support the imaging unit, the support unit including'}a controller configured to control a rotational speed of the first motor in accordance with a first speed profile until the rotational speed reaches a predetermined operational speed, and control, until the rotational speed reaches the predetermined operational speed, a rotational speed of the second motor in accordance with a second speed profile that is different from the first speed profile.2. The medical observation apparatus ...

Quantitative tissue property mapping for real time tumor detection and interventional guidance

The present invention is directed to a method for real-time characterization of spatially-resolved tissue optical properties using OCT/LCI. Imaging data are acquired, processed, displayed and stored in real-time. The resultant tissue optical properties are then used to determine the diagnostic threshold and to determine the OCT/LCI detection sensitivity and specificity. Color-coded optical property maps are constructed to provide direct visual cues for surgeons to differentiate tumor versus non-tumor tissue. These optical property maps can be overlaid with the structural imaging data and/or Doppler results for efficient data display. Finally, the imaging system can also be integrated with existing systems such as tracking and surgical microscopes. An aiming beam is generally provided for interventional guidance. For intraoperative use, a cap/spacer may also be provided to maintain the working distance of the probe, and also to provide biopsy capabilities. The method is usable for research and clinical diagnosis and/or interventional guidance.

MICROSCOPE SYSTEM FOR SURGERY

From a first image indicating an intensity distribution of radiation from a subject in a first wavelength region and a second image indicating an intensity distribution of radiation from the subject in a second wavelength region, a surgical microscope system obtains image data of a third image indicating a position of a target substance. Output data obtained by superposing the image data of the third image onto form image data further includes information indicating the target substance in addition to the image indicating the surface form of the subject Therefore, the position of the target substance existing on the inside of a tissue can be grasped non-invasively by referring to the output data. 1. A surgical microscope system comprising:a near-infrared light source for emitting illumination light at capture wavelengths including at least two wavelength regions within a wavelength range of 800 nm to 2500 nm;first imaging means, having a light detection band at the capture wavelengths, the first imaging means configured to capture an image indicating an intensity distribution of radiation from a subject irradiated with the illumination light from the near-infrared light source and to output image data;second imaging means configured to capture an image indicating a surface shape of the subject at a position provided with the first imaging means and to output shape image data;arithmetic means configured to produce output data indicating a position of a target substance included in the subject according to the image data output from the first imaging means and the shape image data output from the second imaging means; anddisplay means configured to display the output data produced by the arithmetic means;wherein the capture wavelengths include a first wavelength region and second wavelength region, the first wavelength region having a width of 50 nm or less containing at least wavelengths within wavelength ranges of 1185 to 1250 nm and 1700 to 1770 nm and the second ...

Control device and medical observation system

Provided is a control device that electrically controls a medical observation apparatus configured to capture an image of an observation target and includes a voice recognition section, a recognized-information processing section, a switch input reception section, and a control section. The voice recognition section recognizes a voice inputted from outside. Based on a result of recognition by the voice recognition section, the recognized-information processing section determines processing to be executed by the medical observation apparatus. The switch input reception section receives an input of an operation signal based on an operation performed on a switch. Upon detecting a first operation signal received by the switch input reception section or upon acquiring information regarding processing determined by the recognized-information processing section, the control section causes the voice recognition section to start voice recognition processing and causes the medical observation apparatus to execute the processing determined by the recognized-information processing section.

IMAGING AND DISPLAY SYSTEM FOR GUIDING MEDICAL INTERVENTIONS

An imaging and display system for guiding medical interventions includes a wearable display, such as a goggle display, for viewing by a user. The display presents a composite, or combined image that includes pre-operative surgical navigation images, intraoperative images, and in-vivo microscopy images or sensing data. The pre-operative images are acquired from scanners, such as MRI and CT scanners, while the intra-operative images are acquired in real-time from a camera system carried by the goggle display for imaging the patient being treated so as to acquire intraoperative images, such as fluorescence images. A probe, such as a microscopy probe or a sensing probe, is used to acquire in-vivo imaging/sensing data from the patient. Additionally, the intra-operative and in-vivo images are acquired using tracking and registration techniques to align them with the pre-operative image and the patient to form a composite image for display by the goggle display. 1. A system for capturing images of a target of interest and displaying the captured images to a user that is engaging the target of interest , comprising:a wearable display that is worn on a head of the user as the user engages the target of interest and is configured to display a portion field of view to the user as the user engages the target of interest via the wearable display, wherein the portion field of view that is thereby displayed to the user by the wearable display is less than a total field of view of the user;a detector that is coupled to the wearable display and is configured to capture an imaging field of view of the target of interest; filter image data from the imaging field of view of the target of interest that is included in the portion field of view,', 'adjust the imaging field of view of the target of interest as captured by the detector to the portion field of view of the target of interest as displayed to the user by the wearable display based on the filtered image data as included in the ...

Visualization system comprising an observation apparatus and an endoscope

A visualization system includes an observation apparatus having a first image recording device to observe an operation region with a first observation plane, and an endoscope having a probe and a second image recording device to observe the operation region with a second observation plane. A display device represents a first image recorded by the first image recording device in a first orientation and a second image recorded by the second image recording device in a second orientation. The endoscope includes a motion sensor connected to a control unit to determine an angular position of the probe of the endoscope in space. The control unit determines an angular position of the probe of the endoscope relative to a first viewing axis to permit the second orientation of the second image to be alignable depending on an angular position of the probe relative to the first viewing axis.

SURGIAL OPTICAL ZOOM SYSTEM

Methods and systems for controlling a surgical microscope. Moveable optics of the surgical microscope are controlled using two sets of control parameters, to reduce jitter and image instability. Shifts in the image due to changes in temperature or due to the use of optical filter can also be compensated. Misalignment between the mechanical axis and the optical axis of the surgical microscope can also be corrected. 2. The optical camera module of claim 1 , further comprising a controller in communication with the actuator and the sensor claim 1 , the controller configured to receive control input indicating the target position for the moveable optics;control the actuator to position the moveable optics towards the target position according to the first set of control parameters;upon receiving signals from the sensor indicating that the moveable optics is within the threshold range of the target position, switch to the second set of control parameters for controlling the actuator; andcontrol the actuator to maintain the moveable optics at the target position at steady state according to the second set of control parameters.3. The optical camera module of wherein the moveable optics includes moveable zoom optics and moveable focus optics claim 2 , wherein the optical camera module comprises at least two actuators for positioning the moveable optics claim 2 , the at least two actuators including a zoom actuator for positioning the zoom optics and a focus actuator for positioning the focus optics claim 2 , wherein the first set of control parameters include a first set of zoom control parameters and a first set of focus control parameters and the second set of control parameters include a second set of zoom control parameters and a second set of focus control parameters claim 2 , and wherein the controller controls the zoom actuator and focus actuator independently according to the first and second sets of zoom control parameters and the first and second sets of focus ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EXTRACTION OF HAIR FOLLICLE

Systems and methods for extracting hair follicle from underneath an external surface of the skin are provided. The systems may include a first member and a counter pressure device. The first member may define a first bore and may have a longitudinal axis. A portion of the first member may be configured to be moved below an external surface of a skin. The first member may be configured to translate at least in a first direction along the longitudinal axis through a tissue and rotate about the longitudinal axis. The counter pressure device may be configured to interface with at least the external surface of the skin such that the tissue is disposed between the first member and the counter pressure device. The translation and rotation of the first member may result in cutting at least a portion of the tissue. 1. A system comprising:a targeting system configured to capture at least one image of at least one hair extending out of an external surface of a skin;a first member configured to extract a hair follicle corresponding to the hair extending out of the external surface of the skin; anda targeting aperture configured such that the hair extending out of the external surface of the skin is visible within the targeting aperture.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a counter pressure device configured to interface with the external surface of the skin such that the hair follicle is disposed between the first member and the counter pressure device claim 1 , wherein the targeting aperture is defined in the counter pressure device.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a holder claim 1 , wherein the targeting system is engaged with the holder claim 1 , wherein the holder is adapted to pivot about a longitudinal axis of the first member.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a display unit claim 1 , wherein the display unit is configured to display the image captured by the targeting system.5. The system of claim 1 , the targeting system is a ...

STAND APPARATUS FOR SURGICAL MICROSCOPE

A stand apparatus for a surgical microscope includes a stand body and a parallel linkage. The parallel linkage is rotatably attached to the stand body by attaching a lower-end joint thereof instead of a vertical intermediate part thereof to the stand body. When the parallel linkage is tilted frontward, no part of the parallel linkage protrudes rearward. Weight balance of the frontward tilted parallel linkage is maintained by, instead of a counterweight, a compression spring arranged along a rear sub-arm. 1. A stand apparatus for a surgical microscope , comprising:a parallel linkage including a front arm, a rear arm, an upper arm, and a lower arm, the front and rear arms being extended in an up-down direction structurally in parallel with each other, the upper and lower arms being extended in a front-rear direction structurally in parallel with each other, each end of the front, rear, upper, and lower arms being rotatably connected to another one through a joint, and the joint at a lower end of the front arm being rotatably attached to a stand body of the stand apparatus set on a floor;a support arm extended frontward from the upper arm over the joint thereof, a front end of the support arm supporting an intermediate part of an end arm, a lower end of the end arm supporting the surgical microscope;an additional lower arm and an additional rear arm, the additional lower arm being arranged below the lower arm and having a front end rotatably attached to the stand body, the additional rear arm being structurally the same in length and parallelism as a straight line connecting between the front end of the lower arm and the front end of the additional lower arm, ends of the additional rear arm being rotatably connected each through a joint to rear ends of the lower arm and additional lower arm, respectively, to make the lower arm and additional lower arm parallel with each other, and the rear end of the additional lower arm being provided with a counterweight;a crank ...

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE STAND

The invention relates to a surgical microscope stand () encompassing: a first carriage () that is arranged on a first carrier arm () and is drivable by a first drive unit; and a second carriage () that is arranged on a second carrier arm () and is drivable by a second drive unit. The surgical microscope stand () further encompasses an operating region () within which at least one operating unit for manual application of control to the first and second drive units is provided. 1100. A surgical microscope stand () comprising:{'b': 16', '14, 'a first carriage () that is arranged on a first carrier arm () and is drivable by a first drive unit; and'}{'b': 18', '22, 'a second carriage () that is arranged on a second carrier arm () and is drivable by a second drive unit;'}{'b': '100', 'wherein the surgical microscope stand () further comprises an operating region within which at least one operating unit for manual application of control to the first and second drive units is provided.'}2100202020. The surgical microscope stand () according to claim 1 , further comprising a third carriage () and a third drive unit for driving the third carriage () claim 1 , an operating unit for manual application of control to the third carriage () being arranged inside the operating region.3100161834. The surgical microscope stand () according to claim 1 , the operating unit for manual application of control to the carriages ( claim 1 , ) being embodied by a touchscreen () arranged in the operating region.410014. The surgical microscope stand () according to claim 1 , the operating region being located on the first carrier arm ().510036161820. The surgical microscope stand () according to claim 2 , a location sensor () being provided on at least one of the carriages ( claim 2 , claim 2 , ) for ascertaining the location in space of the at least one carriage.610036161820102. The surgical microscope stand () according to claim 5 , the location sensor () being arranged on one of the carriages ...

IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND SURGICAL SYSTEM

The present disclosure relates to an image processing device, an image processing method, and a surgical system that enable detection of a region including a specific living body site in an intraoperative image on the basis of a frequency of a motion vector of a living body in the intraoperative image. 1. An image processing device comprising:a motion detection unit that detects a motion vector of a living body in an intraoperative image using intraoperative images at different times;an analysis unit that obtains a frequency of the motion vector detected by the motion detection unit; anda region detection unit that detects a region including a specific living body site in the intraoperative image on the basis of the frequency obtained by the analysis unit.2. The image processing device according to claim 1 ,wherein the region detection unit is configured to detect, for each frequency, the region including the specific living body site corresponding to the frequency.3. The image processing device according to claim 1 ,wherein the region detection unit is configured to detect the region including the specific living body site corresponding to a predetermined frequency.4. The image processing device according to claim 3 ,wherein the predetermined frequency is configured to be determined on the basis of heartbeat information.5. The image processing device according to claim 1 ,wherein the region detection unit is configured to detect the region on the basis of the frequency and a feature amount of the intraoperative image.6. The image processing device according to claim 5 ,wherein the region is configured to include a specific organ or a blood vessel.7. The image processing device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a state detection unit that detects a state of the region on the basis of a feature of the region detected by the region detection unit.8. The image processing device according to claim 7 ,wherein the region is a region including a blood vessel, ...

Surgical system, image processing device, and image processing method

The present technology relates to a surgical system, an image processing device, and an image processing method capable of obtaining the posture of an eye more firmly and with a high degree of accuracy. An image information acquisition unit acquires a tomographic image that is a cross-sectional image taken in a direction substantially parallel to an eye axis direction of an eye of a patient. An image recognition unit recognizes each part of the eye on the tomographic image by means of image recognition on the basis of the tomographic image. The control unit calculates the posture of the eye on the basis of the result of recognition of each part of the eye. In this way, by recognizing each part of the eye on the basis of the tomographic image and calculating the posture of the eye on the basis of the result of recognition, the posture of the eye can be obtained more firmly and with a high degree of accuracy. The present technology can be applied to a surgical system.

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE DEVICE AND SURGICAL MICROSCOPE SYSTEM

By using a surgical microscope device, it becomes possible to continue surgery more reliably, even in the case in which the picture of the operating site is no longer displayed normally. 1. A surgical microscope device , comprising:a microscope unit that images an observation target, and outputs a picture signal;a support unit that supports the microscope unit, and is configured as a balance arm; andan auxiliary observation device that is attachable to the microscope unit or the support unit, whereina manually operated manual brake mechanism is provided with respect to at least one of a plurality of rotation axis units constituting the support unit.2. The surgical microscope device according to claim 1 , whereinthe manual brake mechanism is provided with respect to a rotation axis unit having a smaller braking force in a case in which the manual brake mechanism is not provided, from among the plurality of rotation axis units constituting the support unit.3. The surgical microscope device according to claim 2 , whereinthe manual brake mechanism is provided with respect to a rotation axis unit in which a rotation moment that the rotation axis unit should support when maintaining an attitude of the support unit is greater than the braking force in the rotation axis unit in a case in which the manual brake mechanism is not provided.4. The surgical microscope device according to claim 3 , whereinthe manual brake mechanism is provided with respect to a rotation axis unit in which a stoppage of rotation is controlled by a driving of an actuator.5. The surgical microscope device according to claim 1 , whereinthe one manual brake mechanism is provided with respect to a plurality of the rotation axis units, and the one manual brake mechanism applies brakes to the plurality of the rotation axis units at a same time.6. The surgical microscope device according to claim 1 , whereinthe manual brake mechanism is provided with respect to one rotation axis unit, and applies a brake ...

LIGHT SOURCE FOR A SURGICAL MICROSCOPE

A light source for a surgical microscope includes a laser light source, first and second scattering elements defining first and second planes, respectively, and a collector optical device arranged between the first and second scattering elements with a focal length and a focus in the first plane. The laser light is focused on a first beam cross section with a first dimension in the first plane. The scattered beam emanating from the first scattering element is imaged at infinity with a first numerical aperture and produces a second beam cross section with a second dimension in the second plane. The second scattering element emits a beam of illumination light with a second numerical aperture at each point of the beam cross section in the second plane. The illumination light emanating from the second scattering element forms an illuminated field imageable into an object plane by an illumination optical device. 1. A light source for a surgical microscope , the light source comprising:a laser light source;a first scattering element defining a first plane;a second scattering element defining a second plane;a collector optical device arranged between the first scattering element and the second scattering element and having a first focal length f and a first focus,wherein the first focus of the collector optical device lies in the first plane on the first scattering element,wherein laser light emitted by the laser light source is focused on a first beam cross section with a first dimension in the first plane on the first scattering element,wherein a scattered beam emanating from the first scattering element is imaged at infinity with a first numerical aperture by the collector optical device and produces a second beam cross section with a second dimension in the second plane on the second scattering element,wherein the second scattering element in each case emits a beam of illumination light with a second numerical aperture at each point of a beam cross section in the ...

STEREOSCOPIC PICTURE GENERATION APPARATUS AND STEREOSCOPIC PICTURE GENERATION METHOD

An information processing apparatus includes an image pickup element which acquires at least three images of an object, each image corresponding to a different perspective of the object; and a control unit which selectively combines subsets of the images to generate stereoscopic images. 1. An information processing apparatus , comprising:an image pickup element configured to acquire at least three images of an object, wherein each of the images respectively correspond to a different perspective of the object; anda control unit configured to selectively combine subsets of the images to generate a plurality of stereoscopic images.2. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the control unit is further configured to control the image pickup element to acquire the at least three images individually in sequential time periods.3. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a pupil having at least three shutter regions and configured to pass light to the image pickup element,wherein the control unit is further configured to selectively shutter subsets of the shutter regions to selectively block light.4. The information processing apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the at least three shutter regions are rotationally symmetric.5. The information processing apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the at least three shutter regions comprise at least three inner shutter regions and at least three outer shutter regions claim 3 ,the at least three inner shutter regions are rotationally symmetric, andthe at least three outer shutter regions are rotationally symmetric.6. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a selector configured to determine which of the at least three images correspond to a left-side and a right-side, respectively; andan addition unit configured to add the images corresponding to a left-side to generate a left-eye image and the images corresponding to a ...

ANALYSIS SOFTWARE AND APPARATUS FOR SCREENING EARLY EMBRYO

Disclosed are a software for analyzing images of a fertilized egg, the software providing a means for executing a process including: (a) a step of measuring the difference in area between the female pronucleus and the male pronucleus from images of a fertilized egg obtained in a period of 1 to 10 hours before the time of occurrence of male and female pronuclear membrane breakdown as a reference; (b) a step of measuring the difference in are between the female pronucleus and the male pronucleus from images of the fertilized egg obtained immediately before the time of occurrence of male and female pronuclear membrane breakdown as the reference; and (c) a step of storing the measured values of the area difference obtained in the step (a) and the area difference obtained in the step (b), to be readable at any time as needed, and an apparatus incorporating this software. 1. A software for analyzing an image of a fertilized egg ,the software providing a means for executing a process including the following steps:(a) a step of measuring an area difference between the female pronucleus and the male pronucleus from images of a fertilized egg obtained at any time point in the period from 1 hour before to 10 hours before the time of occurrence of male and female pronuclear membrane breakdown as a reference;(b) a step of measuring an area difference between the female pronucleus and the male pronucleus from images of a fertilized egg obtained at any time point in the period from immediately before to 20 minutes before the time of occurrence of male and female pronuclear membrane breakdown as a reference; and(c) a step of storing the measured values of the area difference obtained in the step (a) and the area difference obtained in the step (b), with the measured values being readable at any time as needed.2. The software according to claim 1 , wherein the software is to provide a means for executing a process further including: (d) a step of selecting a measured value capable ...

CONTROL DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD, AND MICROSCOPE DEVICE FOR OPERATION

To make it possible to improve user convenience, provided is a control device including: a control unit configured to control a position and an attitude of a microscope unit by driving an arm unit that supports the microscope unit on the basis of a captured image of an operating site photographed by the microscope unit during an operation so that a position and attitude condition set before the operation is satisfied. The position and attitude condition is a condition that prescribes a position and an attitude of the microscope unit with respect to the operating site to obtain a desired captured image corresponding to the position and attitude condition. 1. A surgical imaging device comprising:a memory configured to store a position and attitude condition corresponding to a first image;a microscope configured to capture a second image of a surgical site;an arm configured to support the microscope;input circuitry configured to receive a user input operation; andprocessing circuitry configured to control, in response to the user input operation, a position and an attitude of the microscope by driving the arm based on the stored position and attitude condition so that the second image of the surgical site, captured by the microscope, corresponds to the first image.2. The surgical imaging device according to claim 1 , wherein the position and attitude condition is stored in association with a user of the surgical microscope.3. The surgical imaging device according to claim 1 , wherein the position and attitude condition is stored in association with a kind of surgical procedure.4. The surgical imaging device according to claim 1 , wherein the processing circuitry is configured to drive the arm so that an optical axis of the microscope stays pointed at a certain point in space.5. The surgical imaging device according to claim 1 , wherein the microscope includes an imaging device configured to generate an image signal corresponding to stereoscopic vision.6. The surgical ...

MEDICAL OBSERVATION APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD

Provided is a medical observation apparatus, including: a control unit that controls a zoom of an imaging device based on a distance between the imaging device supported by an arm in which a plurality of links are connected to each other through a joint portion, and an observation target, in which the control unit controls the zoom such that an index value relevant to an actual field of view of the imaging device approximates to a target value that is set. 1. A medical observation apparatus , comprisinga control unit that controls a zoom of an imaging device based on a distance between: the imaging device supported by an arm in which a plurality of links are connected to each other through a joint portion; and an observation target,wherein the control unit controls the zoom such that an index value relevant to an actual field of view of the imaging device approximates to a target value that has been set.2. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the control unit controls the zoom such that a size of the observation target in a captured image captured by the imaging device is identical before the distance is changed and after the distance is changed.3. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the control unit controls the zoom such that the index value relevant to the actual field of view of the imaging device is identical before the distance is changed and after the distance is changed.4. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the control unit controls the zoom such that the index value relevant to the actual field of view of the imaging device is identical to the target value.5. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the target value is a value set with respect to the medical observation apparatus.6. The medical observation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the target value is a value associated with one or both of a user of the medical observation apparatus ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF UTILIZING THREE-DIMENSIONAL OVERLAYS WITH MEDICAL PROCEDURES

The disclosure provides a system that may: render, based at least on first positions of locations of iris structures of an eye, a first two-dimensional overlay image associated with a three-dimensional image overlay image; display, via a first display, the first two-dimensional overlay image; render, based at least on the first positions and at least on a horizontal offset, a second two-dimensional overlay image associated with the three-dimensional overlay image; display, via a second display, the second two-dimensional overlay image; render, based at least on second positions, a third two-dimensional overlay image associated with the three-dimensional overlay image; display, via the first display, the third two-dimensional overlay image; render, based at least on second positions of locations of the iris structures and at least on the horizontal offset, a fourth two-dimensional overlay image associated with the three-dimensional overlay image; and display, via the second display, the fourth two-dimensional overlay image. 1. A medical system , comprising:at least one processor;a plurality of displays coupled to the processor; and receive a first image of an eye of a patient;', 'determine locations of multiple iris structures of the eye of the patient from the first image of the eye of the patient;', 'determine first positions of the locations of the multiple iris structures;', 'render, based at least on the first positions of the locations of the multiple iris structures, a first two-dimensional overlay image associated with a three-dimensional overlay image;', 'display, via a first display of the plurality of displays, the first two-dimensional overlay image associated with the three-dimensional overlay image;', 'render, based at least on the first positions of the locations of the multiple iris structures and based at least on a horizontal offset, a second two-dimensional overlay image associated with the three-dimensional overlay image;', 'display, via a second ...

Method for Producing a Reference Information Item of an Eye, more Particularly an Optically Displayed Reference Rhexis, and Ophthalmic Surgical Apparatus

An aspect of the disclosure relates to a method for generating a reference information item of an eye, wherein at least one characterization information item that characterizes a rhexis size and/or a rhexis position of a potential actual rhexis on an anterior capsular bag wall of the eye is input into an input unit of an ophthalmic surgical apparatus and, depending on the characterization information item, a reference rhexis is determined as at least a constituent part of the reference information item of the eye by an evaluation unit of the ophthalmic surgical apparatus, wherein the determined reference rhexis is optically displayed by an optical display unit of the ophthalmic surgical apparatus. The disclosure further relates to an ophthalmic surgical apparatus. 1. A method for generating a reference information item of an eye , the method comprising:inputting at least one characterization information item characterizing at least one of a rhexis size and a rhexis position of a potential actual rhexis on an anterior capsular bag wall of the eye into an input unit of an ophthalmic surgical apparatus;determining, in dependence upon the characterization information item, a reference rhexis as at least a constituent part of the reference information item of the eye via an evaluation unit of the ophthalmic surgical apparatus;optically displaying the determined reference rhexis via an optical display unit of the ophthalmic surgical apparatus;capturing, as an intervention information item, at least one of a movement of a mechanical tearing tool that is used to lacerate the anterior capsular bag wall and a previously produced tear line of the performed actual rhexis and/or determining a future tear line of the actual rhexis; and,determining, depending on at least one of said intervention information items, at least one of a deviation of the actual rhexis from the determined and optically displayed reference rhexis that has already occurred and a deviation of the actual ...

SURGICAL MICROSCOPE DEVICE AND SURGICAL MICROSCOPE SYSTEM

To enable observation of the operating site to be continued more easily in the case in which the picture of the operating site is no longer displayed normally. 1. A surgical microscope device , comprising:a microscope unit that images an observation target, and outputs a picture signal;a support unit that supports the microscope unit, and is configured as a balance arm; andan auxiliary observation device that is attachable to the microscope unit or the support unit, and is configured to enable observation of an observation range provided by the microscope unit.2. The surgical microscope device according to claim 1 , whereinthe support unit rotatably supports the microscope unit about a first rotation axis approximately parallel to an optical axis of the microscope unit, andthe auxiliary observation device is attached to the microscope unit and enables rotation about the first rotation axis together with the microscope unit.3. The surgical microscope device according to claim 1 , whereinthe auxiliary observation device is attached to a section other than a section gripped by a surgeon, the section being provided on the microscope unit.4. The surgical microscope device according to claim 1 , whereinthe microscope unit has a barrel unit provided with an objective lens on a bottom end,the support unit supports the microscope unit on a top end of the barrel unit, andthe auxiliary observation device is attached to a top face of a section of the support unit that supports the microscope unit.5. The surgical microscope device according to claim 4 , whereinthe auxiliary observation device includes a lens barrel unit internally provided with an optical system for performing enlarged observation of the observation target, and an attachment mechanism unit for attaching the auxiliary observation device to the microscope unit or the support unit, andthe lens barrel unit is configured to enable rotation about a first rotation axis approximately parallel to an optical axis of the ...

Medical observation device, image movement correcting method, and medical observation system

To enhance the safety of medical practices, such as surgery and inspection, there is provided a medical observation device, including: an imaging section ( 310 ) that acquires imaged video data being video data obtained by photographing an observation target; a supporting section that supports the imaging section ( 310 ); a discriminating section ( 342 ) that discriminates existence or nonexistence of an input of a visual field moving instruction to an image to be displayed on a display device on a basis of the imaged video data and existence or nonexistence of an occurrence of an image movement to an image to be displayed on the display device on a basis of the imaged video data; and a correcting section ( 343 ) that creates display video data being video data to be displayed on the display device on a basis of the imaged vide data by correcting the image movement in a case where the discriminating section ( 342 ) has discriminated that there does not exist an input of the visual field moving instruction and the image movement is occurring.

SURGICAL OPTICAL ZOOM SYSTEM

Methods and systems for controlling a surgical microscope. Moveable optics of the surgical microscope are controlled using two sets of control parameters, to reduce jitter and image instability. Shifts in the image due to changes in temperature or due to the use of optical filter can also be compensated. Misalignment between the mechanical axis and the optical axis of the surgical microscope can also be corrected. 1. A surgical microscope for capturing an image of a target during a surgical procedure , the surgical microscope comprising:an optical assembly including at least one moveable optics;an actuator for positioning the moveable optics, the actuator including a pulley system for moving the optics along a set of rails;a sensor for detecting the position of the moveable optics;a controller for controlling the actuator in response to received control input; anda camera for capturing the image of the target from the optical assembly;wherein the controller is configured to:receive control input indicating a target position for the moveable optics;control the actuator to position the moveable optics towards the target position, the actuator being controlled according to a first set of control parameters;upon receiving signals from the sensor indicating that the moveable optics is within a threshold range of the target position, switch to a second set of control parameters for controlling the actuator; andcontrol the actuator to maintain the moveable optics at the target position at steady state.2. The surgical microscope of wherein the moveable optics includes moveable zoom optics and moveable focus optics claim 1 , wherein the surgical microscope comprises at least two actuators for positioning the moveable optics claim 1 , the at least two actuators including a zoom actuator for positioning the zoom optics and a focus actuator for positioning the focus optics claim 1 , wherein the first set of control parameters include a first set of zoom control parameters and a ...

MEDICAL OBSERVATION DEVICE, SURGICAL OBSERVATION DEVICE, AND MEDICAL OBSERVATION SYSTEM

Provided is a medical observation device including an imaging unit configured to capture an image of an object to be observed, and output a video signal, and a support unit configured with a plurality of arm units rotatably connected to each other via joint units, and configured to support the imaging unit. An actuator that applies driving force with respect to rotation about a rotational axis of at least one joint unit that defines an attitude of the imaging unit, among a plurality of the joint units that form the support unit, is provided. The at least one joint unit and the actuator are arranged separated from each other, and are connected together via a power transmission mechanism that transmits rotary movement between two rotational axes that are substantially orthogonal to each other. 1. A medical observation device comprising:an imaging unit configured to capture an image of an object to be observed, and output a video signal; anda support unit configured with a plurality of arm units rotatably connected to each other via joint units, and configured to support the imaging unit,wherein an actuator that applies driving force with respect to rotation about a rotational axis of at least one joint unit that defines an attitude of the imaging unit, among a plurality of the joint units that form the support unit, is provided, andthe at least one joint unit and the actuator are arranged separated from each other, and are connected to each other via a power transmission mechanism that transmits rotary movement between two rotational axes that are substantially orthogonal to each other.2. The medical observation device according to claim 1 ,wherein the at least one joint unit is arranged on one side of one predetermined arm unit, among the arm units that form the support unit, in a manner such that a rotational axis is substantially orthogonal to a direction in which the predetermined arm unit extends,the actuator is arranged on the other side of the predetermined arm ...

MEDICAL IMAGING DEVICE, METHOD, AND USE

A medical imaging device, comprising a illumination unit, can be configured to illuminate a tissue area with light from a first spectral range, comprising a range of visible wavelengths, and with light from a second spectral range, which is different from the first spectral range, an imaging unit, configured to detect light from the first spectral range and to generate a first image of the tissue area on the basis of the detected light from the first spectral range and furthermore configured to detect light from the second spectral range and to generate a second image of the tissue area on the basis of the detected light from the second spectral range, and a superposition unit, configured to generate a superimposed image on the basis of the first and second image in such a way that, in the superimposed image, on the basis of a visual highlighting, it is possible to identify whether and where the tissue area comprises highlight regions which are characterized by an increased emission of light from the second spectral range in comparison to other regions of the tissue area. The document furthermore relates to a method for image-based support for a medical intervention, and to a use of an imaging device in such a method. 1. A medical imaging device , comprisingan illumination unit configured to illuminate a tissue area with light from a first spectral range, comprising a range of visible wavelengths, and with light from a second spectral range, which is different from the first spectral range,an imaging unit configured to detect light from the first spectral range and to generate a first image of the tissue area on the basis of the detected light from the first spectral range, and furthermore configured to detect light from the second spectral range and to generate a second image of the tissue area on the basis of the detected light from the second spectral range,a superposition unit configured to generate a superimposed image on the basis of the first and second image ...