Developing a new imaging tool to identify nerves during surgery
Real-time Multimodal Diffuse Reflectance and Polarization Imaging Based Nerve Identification in Surgical Field of View
This study is testing a new device that helps surgeons see nerves clearly during surgery without touching them, which could help prevent pain and complications for patients who have surgeries near these important structures.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yaya Scientific, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Franklin, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10931684 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a non-contact, label-free imaging device that can identify nerves in real-time during surgical procedures. By using advanced imaging techniques, the device aims to prevent nerve damage that can lead to chronic pain and other complications after surgery. The approach is designed to enhance the surgeon's ability to visualize critical nerve structures, thereby improving surgical outcomes and reducing the risk of iatrogenic nerve injuries. Patients undergoing surgeries that involve nerve proximity may benefit from this innovative technology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients scheduled for surgeries where nerve preservation is critical, such as prostatectomies or mastectomies.
Not a fit: Patients undergoing surgeries that do not involve nerve structures or those with conditions unrelated to nerve damage may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of chronic pain and improve recovery outcomes for surgical patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using imaging technologies for nerve identification, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Franklin, UNITED STATES
- Yaya Scientific, LLC — Franklin, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Baba, Justin — Yaya Scientific, LLC
- Study coordinator: Baba, Justin
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.