USF scientists have developed a novel image overlay apparatus that displays real-time 3D images of internal organs and tissues onto the external skin. These images are derived from internally located imaging devices. They are projected onto the skin and aligned with the actual physical location, orientation, and size of the internal organs and tissues. This creates the perception that the skin is transparent. The apparatus will enable surgeons to have the same hand-eye coordination in a minimally invasive surgery as that of an open surgery. It will also reduce the overall surgical time in procedures.
Visual Representation of the See-Through Abdomen Display