Da Vinci
The Da Vinci Surgical System is an advanced robotic platform designed for minimally invasive surgery, enhancing precision, dexterity, and control. While it offers significant advantages in certain procedures, ethical concerns have emerged regarding its marketing strategies, surgeon preparedness, and accessibility.
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Da Vinci Surgical System
1. Name: Da Vinci Surgical System
2. Manufacturer: Intuitive Surgical
3. Description: The Da Vinci Surgical System is a robotic-assisted surgical device designed to enhance precision in complex procedures. It includes a surgeon console, a patient-side robotic cart, a 3D high-definition vision system, and EndoWrist instruments that offer extended dexterity. The system is widely used in urology, gynecology, cardiac, general, and thoracic surgeries, enabling smaller incisions, reduced recovery time, and lower risks of complications.
4. Specifications:
4.1 Size and weight: The system is designed to integrate seamlessly into standard operating rooms, maintaining a compact footprint.
4.2 Sensors: Advanced optical and magnetic encoders ensure precise robotic movement and sub-millimeter accuracy in surgical procedures.
4.3 Mobility: The patient-side cart remains stationary during operations, ensuring stability and minimizing unintended movement.
4.4 Power source: The system operates on 120-V AC power and includes a battery backup to prevent disruptions during procedures.
4.5 Control system: Surgeons control the system remotely via a console equipped with foot pedals and hand controls, translating their movements into precise robotic actions.
4.6 Connectivity: Wired connections and proprietary communication protocols ensure real-time responsiveness and system stability.
4.7 Safety features: The system incorporates automatic error detection, motion scaling, and tremor filtration to enhance precision and prevent unintended movements.
5. Functions and Applications: The Da Vinci system enhances surgical visualization through high-definition 3D imaging, improving depth perception. It incorporates tremor filtration to ensure steady instrument movement and provides a greater range of motion than the human hand. Firefly Fluorescence Imaging allows visualization of blood flow and tissue structures, while Integrated Table Motion enables patient repositioning without disrupting the robotic arms.
6. References: [1] Intuitive Surgical - Da Vinci Surgical System: https://www.intuitive.com/en-us/products-and-services/da-vinci [2] FDA Clearance Information: https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices