New and Evolving Technologies for Minimally Invasive Lumbar Disc Surgery-Orbeye 4K 3-D Miscroscope Shedding New Light on Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Orbeye 4K 3-D Miscroscope Shedding New Light on Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the evolution of surgical technology and the introduction of video microscopes in the operating room. They explain that these video microscopes, developed by companies like Storz, Synaptive, and Olympus, provide a real-time, high-quality image that improves situational awareness and engagement in surgery. The speaker emphasizes the ergonomic benefits of using video microscopes, allowing surgeons to stand up straight and maintain better body mechanics, reducing strain on their back, neck, and shoulders. They also mention that the image quality and depth of field are comparable to traditional microscopes. The video ends with a suggestion to consider video microscopes as an alternative to traditional microscopes or other surgical visual aids.

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Charles L. Branch, Jr., MD, FAANS

Keywords

evolution of surgical technology

video microscopes

Storz

Synaptive

Olympus