New surgical tool keeps orthopedic procedures on target

Tuesday, February 23, 2016 - 15:11 in Health & Medicine

A new opto-electronic drilling system detects minute changes during orthopedic surgery, allowing surgeons to correct drilling trajectories during the procedure itself. The system eliminates guide-wire bending or breakage and significantly reduces operation time and enhances safety.

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