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Collecting system percutaneous access using real-time tracking sensors: first p...
L. Rodrigues, Pedro; L. Vilaça, João; Oliveira, Carlos; Cicione, Antonio; Rassweiler, Jens; Fonseca, Jaime; F. Rodrigues, Nuno; Correia-Pinto, JorgePurpose: Precise needle puncture of the renal collecting system is an essential but challenging step for successful percutaneous nephrolithotomy. We evaluated the efficiency of a new real-time electromagnetic tracking system for in vivo kidney puncture. Materials and Methods: Six anesthetized female pigs underwent ureterorenoscopy to place a catheter with an electromagnetic tracking sensor into the desired punc...
Automatic modeling of an orthotic bracing for nonoperative correction of pectus...
Vilaça, João L.; L. Rodrigues, Pedro; Moreira, António H. J.; Fonseca, João Gomes; Pinho, A. C. M.; Fonseca, Jaime C.; F. Rodrigues, NunoPectus Carinatum is a deformity of the chest wall, characterized by an anterior protrusion of the sternum, often corrected surgically due to cosmetic motivation. This work presents an alternative approach to the current open surgery option, proposing a novel technique based on a personalized orthosis. Two different processes for the orthosis’ personalization are presented. One based on a 3D laser scan of the pa...