Overview

Fluorescence Imaging on the da Vinci Surgical System for Intra-operative Near Infrared Imaging of the Biliary Tree (up to 2-weeks Post-operatively)

Status:
Completed

Trial end date:
2012-12-01

Target enrollment:

Participant gender:

Summary

The investigators hypothesize that the da Vinci Fluorescence Imaging Vision System provides real-time endoscopic near infrared fluorescence imaging of the biliary anatomy as defined as identifying biliary vessels; either cystic duct, common hepatic duct (CHD) or common bile duct (CBD). Irradiation given to the patient during a classic cholangiography can be reduced.

Phase:

N/A

Details

Lead Sponsor:

Intuitive Surgical

Collaborators:

Azienda Ospedaliera Santi Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo
Azienda Ospedaliera SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo di Alessandria
University Hospital, Geneva