Abstract:We present a new feature for endoscopy wherein an endoscopist can palpate to assess abnormalities during the procedure and can experience the visual and haptic playback of the procedure later on when the patient returns. In our prototype, tactile sensors mounted on the endoscope help gather the force information, which is not only displayed to the practitioner but is also stored for later use. The recorded event that includes the video and the force data can be accessed using an endoscopic haptic simulator to … Show more
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