Special visual effects for surgical simulation: cauterization, irrigation and suction

Stud Health Technol Inform. 2003:94:1-3.

Abstract

Simulation of cauterization and irrigation forms an important part of a virtual laparoscopic trainer. Typically, they are carried out to stop the intragastric bleeding due to an accidental cut by the surgeon. In this paper, we present a method to simulate these special visual effects in an integrated fashion in real-time. We have simulated cauterization and irrigation using a particle-based system. A physics-based model is used to simulate accumulation and removal of fluids. The integrated special effects were implemented and tested in a prototype environment.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Cautery*
  • Computer Simulation*
  • Education, Medical / methods
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy*
  • Suction*
  • Therapeutic Irrigation*
  • United States
  • User-Computer Interface