Inroads Toward Robot-Assisted Cochlear Implant Surgery Using Steerable Electrode Arrays

• DOI: 10.1097/mao.0b013e3181e7117e
• Publication Date: 2010-07-02T10:56:40Z
• Authors: Jian Zhang; Wei Wei; Jienan Ding; J. Thomas Roland; Spiros Manolidis; Nabil Simaan
• Keywords: Electrode array; Insertion time; Cochlear Implantation

Hypothesis: Robotic insertions of actively steerable perimodiolar electrode arrays can substantially reduce insertion forces and prevent buckling. Background: Perimodiolar electrodes have been proven to be effective in reducing forces. However, the dedicated techniques atraumatic require intensive surgeon training. Although some specialized medical robots developed help surgeons certain minimally invasive surgeries, none are applicable insertions. Methods: A robot prototype capable automatically inserting novel array adjusting its approach angle toward scala tympani has constructed tested. Comparisons using robotically assisted straight on models presented. Simulations experiments conducted compare robotic outcomes Results The use for significantly reduces compared with electrodes. Based results from experiments, a second-generation force-sensing capability haptic control used operating room designed cochlear implant surgery. Conclusion: Preliminary experimental robot-assisted show that it is preventing surgery under conditions.