Postural mechatronic assistant for laparoscopic training

Minim Invasive Ther Allied Technol. 2005;14(6):357-9. doi: 10.1080/13645700500381818.

Abstract

In this article we describe a new concept for manipulating a laparoscope during surgery training. The methodology of handling and navigating of the laparoscope suggested depends on the position of the surgeon's body, assisted by a mechatronic system with three degrees of freedom.