Continuous hyperspectral stereo-imaging for image-guided surgery

Intraoperative imaging technology plays a vital role in enhancing surgical precision and outcomes. Accurate assessment of tissue properties is crucial during surgery, as it enables precise identification and differentiation of tissues, which is essential for successful surgical interventions. Hyperspectral analysis is one of such imaging technology, but holds some drawbacks as long processing or capturing time. This study presents a continuous hyperspectral stereo-imaging system designed to close that gap. The system employs two hyperspectral snapshot mosaic cameras, each covering distinct spectral regions. The modular acquisition and processing pipeline enables continuous real-time analysis of physiological parameters for tissue perfusion analysis and tissue differentiation for identifying tissue of risk. This advancement has the potential to accelerate surgical processes, reduce the need for revision procedures, and ultimately improve patient outcomes through enhanced surgical accuracy and efficiency.