Thursday, January 25, 2024
Ocutrx Technologies, Inc. has proudly introduced the latest iteration of its ORLenz™ headset, showcasing the standalone DigiLoupe™ feature. This innovation represents a significant leap forward compared to conventional loupes, particularly in the field of medical and surgical applications involving augmented reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and 3D technology. While the ORLenz has been undergoing clinical assessments for ophthalmology, it is also making notable strides in applications related to spine surgery.
The ORLenz AR/XR surgery headset is currently undergoing clinical assessment as part of the OR-Bot 3D Surgical Visualization Theatre, where it is contributing to the transformation of ophthalmologic procedures. The latest development positions the ORLenz, equipped with the standalone DigiLoupe, as a cutting-edge digital loupe solution. This innovative headset is designed to surpass traditional optical surgical loupes, providing a modern alternative with superior resolution and magnification. Moreover, it addresses ergonomic challenges faced by surgeons during procedures.
Traditional loupes have been known to pose ergonomic challenges, requiring surgeons to maintain a fixed position with their chin lowered, often resulting in neck and back pain. The DigiLoupe headset addresses this issue by employing tilting cameras that look down during surgeries, allowing surgeons to maintain flexibility and a positive ergonomic stance. The headset displays 3D holographic images of the surgery site, offering up to 10x magnification and cinematic-quality resolution.
The anticipated benefits of the ORLenz headset, featuring the DigiLoupe, extend to various medical specialties, including spine surgery, orthopedics, dermatology, and dentistry. The headset aims to provide unparalleled clarity and detail, essential for precise and effective procedures. By integrating visual and ergonomic capabilities into spine surgery as a standalone device, the DigiLoupe headset represents a new frontier in surgical precision, promising improved outcomes for medical professionals.
Source: prnewswire.com
