Intelligent platform for needle-based intervention (NBI) guidance (Conference Presentation)

Needle-based interventions, which number over 30 million annually in the US, suffer from a high complication rate of up to 33% due to inadequate visual guidance. The development of a novel imaging platform integrating Optical Coherent Tomography (OCT) within a minimally invasive probe aims to enhance safety and efficiency. This system, utilizing advanced OCT and machine-learning algorithms, provides real-time, high-resolution imaging to assist in procedures like biopsies and epidural placements, demonstrating potential to reduce complications and procedure times significantly.