A game-changing tool has emerged in the world of colon surgery. Laparoscopic laser speckle contrast imaging (LSCI) provides real-time, dye-free visualization of intestinal perfusion. This study, involving 64 patients, revealed LSCI’s potential to accurately image colonic perfusion without disrupting surgery. Operating surgeons found it easy to interpret, and 17% indicated it could change their anastomosis placement. Additionally, non-operating surgeons showed an 80% agreement when assessing LSCI images. Perfusix-imaging, the laparoscopic LSCI system, promises to guide surgeons in optimizing anastomosis placement during colon surgery.
Journal Article by Heeman W, Calon J (…) Boerma EC et 4 al. in Surg Endosc
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