An Intelligent Approach for Automating Robotic Arm Maneuvering in Endometriosis Surgery
Abstract
Artificial
intelligence
(AI)
and
computer
vision
are
revolutionizing
numerous
fields,
including
robotic
surgery,
which
stands
to
benefit
immensely
from
advances
in
machine
learning
methodologies.
While
prior
research
has
extensively
focused
on
disorder
detection,
localization,
semantic
segmentation,
the
crucial
challenge
of
arm
maneuvering
during
autonomous
surgeries
remains
underexplored.
This
study
proposes
a
robust
interpretable
approach
enable
robots
autonomously
execute
endometriosis
by
skillfully
navigating
their
arms,
equipped
with
camera
surgical
tools
such
as
graspers
or
lasers.
A
decision
tree
framework
is
developed
assess
robot's
real-time
status
guide
its
actions
at
every
stage.
integrates
diverse
ensemble
neural
network
models
for
classification
segmentation
support
decision-making.
Specifically,
proposed
utilize
deep
image
quality,
identify
obstructions
caused
adhesions,
detect
anatomical
targets
(e.g.,
uterus
peritoneum),
determine
proximity
ovary
uterus.
The
further
enhance
accuracy
detecting
localizing
ovary.
By
employing
these
frameworks
within
model,
this
work
aims
advance
surgery
capabilities,
enabling
fully
autonomous,
reliable,
efficient
operations.
Consequently,
method
minimize
economic
costs,
bleeding,
post-operative
pain,
infection
risk,
while
optimizing
precision
performance.
Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown
Published: April 2, 2025
Language: Английский