During surgery, the surgeon uses the Intraoperative Imaging system, an optical imaging technology, to obtain a timely and detailed image of the surgical site. Through the use of images of the organ, tissue, or cell that the physician will be operating on, intraoperative imaging assists the surgeon. Intraoperative ultrasound, intraoperative CT, intraoperative MRI, intraoperative X-ray, and mobile C-arm are a few examples of intraoperative imaging equipment. These tools are used in a variety of surgical operations, including gastrointestinal surgery, cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, and cancer surgery.
Various kinds of equipment and systems, such as intraoperative X-ray, intraoperative MRI, intraoperative computed tomography (CT), intraoperative ultrasound, intraoperative radiation therapy, and others, are used during Intraoperative Imaging. Intraoperative CT is one of these that is frequently used as an imaging tool during surgery. A CT scan, also referred to as computed tomography, is a medical procedure used to get precise pictures of blood vessels, bones, soft tissue, and organs. To obtain images of internal body organs, CT scanners combine computer and X-ray technology.
Both CT and MRI provide highly detailed images of the internal structures of the body, making them valuable tools in complex surgical procedures. However, they are relatively slow and expensive, and their use in the operating room requires specialized equipment and expertise.
Fluoroscopy is an imaging modality that uses X-rays to create real-time images of the body. It is commonly used in orthopedic and cardiac surgeries, as well as in interventional radiology procedures. Fluoroscopy provides real-time visualization of the surgical site, allowing the surgeon to monitor the progress of the procedure and make adjustments as needed. However, it exposes the patient and surgical team to ionizing radiation, making it important to limit the duration and frequency of its use.
Intraoperative Imaging has many benefits for patients undergoing surgery. It allows the surgeon to visualize the surgical site in real-time, providing greater precision and accuracy in the placement of surgical instruments and the removal of tissue. This can result in shorter procedure times, less blood loss, and fewer complications. In addition, intraoperative imaging can help reduce the need for additional surgeries, as it allows the surgeon to ensure that all diseased tissue has been removed.
