Computer- and Robot-Assisted Surgery

The Institute of Mechatronic Systems, in collaboration with the Department of Otolaryngology at Hannover Medical School (MHH) and the Department of Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, and Metabolic Disorders at Diakovere Henriettenstift, offers a course on medical technology.

The lecture explores the full process of a mechatronically assisted and navigated surgical procedure, including the specialized surgical instruments involved. The individual components are not only covered in theory but also demonstrated through hands-on sessions at MHH.

The lecture covers all key components of a mechatronically assisted surgical procedure, focusing on topics such as medical imaging, image registration, intraoperative navigation, mechatronic assistance systems, and minimally invasive or robot-assisted surgery.

Topics include:

• Modern surgical treatment concepts and the resulting technical requirements
• Medical imaging and image processing
• Clinical applications of imaging technologies
• Computer- and image-guided intervention planning
• Intraoperative navigation
• Mechatronic assistance systems – robot-assisted surgery
• Specific requirements for medical robots
• Current trends and future visions in mechatronic assistance for medicine

The lecture is offered in collaboration with the Department of Otolaryngology at Hannover Medical School (MHH) and the Department of Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, and Metabolic Disorders at Diakovere Henriettenstift. Certain sessions, including tours and hands-on exercises, take place at MHH and other medical facilities. Alongside the lecture, students will have the opportunity to participate in practical computer-based exercises and demonstrations (depending on the number of participants) involving ultrasound, endoscopy, or navigation systems. A visit to MHH will also include an operating room tour and a demonstration of the surgical environment.

As part of the course, we aim to offer students the chance to observe real surgical procedures in collaboration with several clinical partners. Participants may attend one or more operations and follow the procedure live.

Further details and exact dates will be announced during the course.