Ultrasound standoff optimization for maximum image quality of a robot-assisted flat-panel ultrasound device.

Ultrasonography is a widespread intraoperative imaging modality. However, it suffers from several shortcomings e.g.

A robotics-based flat-panel ultrasound device for continuous intraoperative transcutaneous imaging.

Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy has become more and more popular in the last decade. Video laparoscopes remain the gold standard of intraoperative imaging during laparoscopic interventions. However, providing only superficial images of the target tissue.

A new ultrasound imaging concept for laparoscopy in urology.

Intraoperative imaging performed by a video laparoscope is the gold standard during laparoscopic resections of tumors in urology. In contrast to ultrasound, laparoscopes cannot provide the surgeon with crucial information that could improve surgical outcome. Therefore, we developed a new concept for ultrasound imaging through the back of a supine patient during laparoscopic interventions.