Technical Name Highly realistic, multi-functional phantom system simulating thermal ablation surgical training
Project Operator National Cheng Kung University
Project Host 杜翌群
Summary
Our team leverages three core technologies to develop a highly realistic, multifunctional dummy system for thermal ablation surgery simulation training. These technologies include (1) Biomimetic Dual-network Artificial Materials (BDAM). (2) Interactive Mock Human Circulatory System (IMHCS). (3) Embedded Soft Inductive Sensors (ESIS) technology. We have validated the feasibility of this system through four clinical case studies, demonstrating improved training effectiveness for novice surgeons.
Scientific Breakthrough
Commercial products for medical imaging and basic training have issues like inability to support thermal ablation and fascia practice, lack of blood flow and respiratory dynamics, and poor realism. To address these, we introduced BDAM, IMHCS, and ESIS technologies. These tackle problems like poor conductivity, inaccurate temperature monitoring, and lack of dynamic simulation, providing standardized training prostheses that enhance training realism and effectiveness.
Industrial Applicability
Due to the shortcomings of commercial product, medical equipment manufacturers currently rely on agar and chicken heart models for device demonstrations. However, these lack fidelity and reproducibility. Moreover, beef liver calibration lacks standardization. Our technology offers standardized phantoms tailored to diverse medical disciplines. They not only facilitate surgical simulations but also serve as standardized calibration blocks for equipment manufacturers.
Keyword Thermal ablation surgery Minimally invasive surgery Surgical simulation training system Simulated organs phantom Heat sink effect Ultrasound image Hydrodissection Simulation of protein characteristics Customized elastic phantom Precision medicine
Notes
  • Contact
  • YI-CHUN DU