The application integrates advanced imaging analytics and machine learning, according to a news release. It enables surgeons to utilize AI solutions for pre-operation planning, making clinical workflows more efficient and effective.
Olympus said the strategic partnership and launch mark a step forward in its efforts to bring innovative, AI-enabled solutions to the healthcare industry.
The first three applications launched by Olympus and Ziosoft center around liver, lung and kidney procedures. One for thoracic surgery transforms 2D CT/MRI images into precise 3D models. This aids in lung cancer and thoracic procedure planning, reducing invasive approaches.
For liver surgery, the tool helps general and hepatobiliary surgeons visualize liver anatomy. They can practice ahead and plan liver-sparing surgeries by visualizing vessels and tumors, helping to improve patient recovery. In urologic surgery. it assists in minimally invasive nephrectomies by accurately assessing the size, location and shape of tumors, cysts or other abnormalities.
Olympus plans to launch the application in parallel to its Intelligent Endoscopy system that leverages AI as well.
“Olympus has a proud legacy in medical technology, particularly as a pioneer in endoscopy. We are excited to partner with Ziosoft, which has its own long history of developing AI software to help physicians make more accurate diagnostic and treatment decisions during procedures,” said Darryl Rock, VP, business unit leader, Olympus Surgical Solutions. “This collaboration represents a significant step forward in Olympus’s mission to bring innovative, AI-enabled solutions to the healthcare industry.”
