Robotics and Computer Assisted Medical Interventions: An International Workshop -1996

摘要

Robotics and Computer Assisted Medical Interventions (RCAMI) has emerged as arapidly evolving area of research and development with great potential for improving clinical out-comes while also reducing patient morbidity and the cost of health care. The first generation of computer-assisted systems are being utilized in operating rooms and hospitals throughout the world. Advancing RCAMI technology to the next levels of development and utilization requires collaboration among the disciplines of engineering, science and medicine. The RCAMI workshop brought together clinicians, engineers, scientists, and industrial representatives. Through intensive discussions, the participants defined current status and clinical applications of these technologies, and explored future directions and requirements. We have divided the RCAMI field into four sub-areas: