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The MIM Lab develops robotic and mechatronics surgical systems for a variety of procedures.
Prof Ferdinando Rodriguez y Baena
B415C Bessemer Building
South Kensington Campus
+44 (0)20 7594 7046
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The Mechatronics in Medicine Laboratory develops robotic and mechatronics surgical systems for a variety of procedures including neuro, cardiovascular, orthopaedic surgeries, and colonoscopies. Examples include bio-inspired catheters that can navigate along complex paths within the brain (such as EDEN2020), soft robots to explore endoluminal anatomies (such as the colon), and virtual reality solutions to support surgeons during knee replacement surgeries.
The integration of mechatronics into medicine addresses critical challenges in modern healthcare by enhancing the precision, safety, and efficiency of surgical procedures. Traditional surgeries often involve significant risks and extended recovery times. By developing robotic systems that offer greater accuracy and control, we aim to minimise these risks and reduce invasiveness. Our research contributes to the advancement of minimally invasive techniques, which are essential for improving patient outcomes and optimising healthcare resources. Furthermore, our work supports the training of the next generation of surgeons, equipping them with cutting-edge tools and methodologies that reflect the evolving landscape of medical technology.
Patients stand to gain significantly from the innovations developed at the Mechatronics in Medicine Laboratory. Our robotic systems are designed to perform surgeries with enhanced precision, leading to fewer complications and faster recovery times. Minimally invasive procedures facilitated by our technologies result in less postoperative pain and reduced scarring, improving the overall patient experience. Additionally, the increased accuracy of our systems can lead to better surgical outcomes, such as more complete tumour removals or more precise joint replacements, thereby improving long-term health prospects. By pushing the boundaries of medical robotics, we strive to make advanced surgical care more accessible and effective for patients worldwide.
Dr Daniel Bautista Salinas
Research Associate
Dr Kaiwen Chen
Research Associate
Dr Zejian Cui
Research Associate
Mr Connor Daly
Research Postgraduate
Emeritus Professor Brian L Davies FREng
Emeritus Professor
Dr Hisham M Iqbal
Honorary Research Associate
Mr Alex Tian Jie Ranne
Casual - Lib. Ass, Clerks & Gen. Admin Assistants
Professor Ferdinando M Rodriguez y Baena
Co-Director of Hamlyn Centre, Professor of Medical Robotics
Dr Jialei Shi
Research Associate
Mr Spyridon Souipas
Casual - Other work
Ms Emilia Zari
Research Postgraduate
@article{Ng:2021:10.1016/j.arthro.2020.08.037,
author = {Ng, KCG and Bankes, M and El, Daou H and Rodriguez, y Baena F and Jeffers, J},
doi = {10.1016/j.arthro.2020.08.037},
journal = {Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopy and Related Surgery},
pages = {159--170},
title = {Cam osteochondroplasty for femoroacetabular impingement increases microinstability in deep flexion: A cadaveric study},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.arthro.2020.08.037},
volume = {37},
year = {2021}
}
TY - JOUR
AB - Purpose: The purpose of this in vitro cadaveric study was to examine the contributions of each surgical stage during cam femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) surgery (i.e., intact cam hip, T8 capsulotomy, cam resection, capsular repair) towards hip range of motion, translations, and microinstability.Methods: Twelve cadaveric cam hips were denuded to the capsule and mounted onto a robotic tester. Hips were positioned in several flexion positions: Full Extension, Neutral 0°, Flexion 30°, and Flexion 90°; and performed internal-external rotations to 5-Nm torque in each position. Hips underwent a series of surgical stages (T-capsulotomy, cam resection, capsular repair) and was retested after each stage. Changes in range of motion, translation, and microinstability (overall translation normalized by femoral head radius) were measured after each stage.Results: For range of motion, cam resection increased internal rotation at Flexion 90° (ΔIR = +6°, P = .001), but did not affect external rotation. Capsular repairs restrained external rotations compared to the cam resection stage (ΔER = –4 to –8°, P ≤ .04). For translations, the hip translated after cam resection at Flexion 90° in the medial-lateral plane (ΔT = +1.9 mm, P = .04), relative to the intact and capsulotomy stages. For microinstability, capsulotomy increased microinstability in Flexion 30° (ΔM = +0.05; P = .003), but did not further increase after cam resection. At Flexion 90°, microinstability did not increase after capsulotomy (ΔM = +0.03; P = .2, d = .24), but substantially increased after cam resection (ΔM = +0.08; P = .03), accounting for a 31% change with respect to the intact stage.Conclusions: Cam resection increased microinstability by 31% during deep hip flexion relative to the intact hip. This suggests that iatrogenic microinstability may be due to separation of the labral seal and resected contour of the femoral head.
AU - Ng,KCG
AU - Bankes,M
AU - El,Daou H
AU - Rodriguez,y Baena F
AU - Jeffers,J
DO - 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.08.037
EP - 170
PY - 2021///
SN - 0749-8063
SP - 159
TI - Cam osteochondroplasty for femoroacetabular impingement increases microinstability in deep flexion: A cadaveric study
T2 - Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopy and Related Surgery
UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.arthro.2020.08.037
UR - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0749806320307325?via%3Dihub
VL - 37
ER -
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