Novel Hybrid Operating Table for Neurovascular Treatment

Abstract

The integration of interventional and surgical techniques is requiring the development of a new working environment equipped forthe needs of an interdisciplinary neurovascular team. However, conventional surgical and interventional tables have only limitedability to provide for these needs. We have developed a concept mobile hybrid operating table that provides the ability for such ateam to conduct both endovascular and surgical procedures in a single session.We developed methods that provide surgeons with angiography-guided surgery techniques for use in a conventional operatingroom environment. In order to design a convenient device ideal for practical use, we consulted with mechanical engineers. Themobile hybrid operating table consists of two modules: a floating tabletop and a mobile module. The basic principle of the mobilehybrid operating table is as follows: firstly, the length of the mobile hybrid operating table is longer than that of a conventionalsurgical table and yet shorter than a conventional interventional table. It was designed with the goal of exhaustively meeting theintensive requirements of both endovascular and surgical procedures. Its mobile module allows for the floating tabletop to bemoved quickly and precisely. It is important that during a procedure, a patient can be moved without being repositioned, particularlywith a catheter in situ. Secondly, a slim-profile headrest facilitates the mounting of a radiolucent head clamp system for cranialstabilization and fixation. Briefly, we have introduced a novel invention, a mobile hybrid operating table for use in an operating suite.