AI system for identifying key structures in ear surgery
AI Recognition of Important Structures in Otolaryngological Surgery
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University · NCT06726551
This study is testing a new AI system that helps surgeons find important parts of the ear during surgery to make the procedures safer and more effective.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Months to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong) |
| Trial ID | NCT06726551 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on developing an artificial intelligence system designed to recognize and track critical anatomical landmarks during otolaryngological surgeries. By utilizing annotated data points, the AI aims to accurately identify structures such as the incus and lateral semicircular canal in real-time, enhancing the surgeon's ability to navigate complex surgical areas. The approach involves detailed image analysis and statistical predictions to ensure precise localization of important features, thereby potentially improving surgical outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients undergoing otolaryngological surgeries that require clear microscopic visualization, such as cochlear implantation or acoustic neuroma surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have clear surgical video recordings or whose surgical areas cannot be adequately visualized will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this AI system could significantly enhance the safety and effectiveness of otolaryngological surgeries by reducing the risk of damaging critical structures.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of AI in surgical settings is gaining traction, this specific application for otolaryngological surgery is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Performing otolaryngological surgeries such as cochlear implantation, endolymphatic sac decompression, semicircular canal plugging, and acoustic neuroma surgery using a microscope. 2. Microscopic exposure provides a comprehensive and clear view of the surgical area within the temporal bone. Exclusion Criteria: 1. No surgical video recording available. 2. Unclear visualization of the surgical area during microscopic otolaryngological procedures. 3. Incomplete visualization of the entire surgical process. 4. Patients who did not undergo high-resolution temporal bone CT at our hospital or Shenzhen Deep Bay Hospital.
Where this trial is running
Guangzhou, Guangdong
- Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital — Guangzhou, Guangdong, China (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Haidi Doctor Yang
- Email: yanghd@mail.sysu.edu.cn
- Phone: +86-131 7882 1663
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Otolaryngological Diseases Requiring Mastoidectomy, Middle Ear Surgery, Endolymphatic Sac Surgery, Cochlear Implant, Labyrinthectomy, Petrous Apex Lesions, Facial Nerve Surgery, and Lateral Skull Base Tumors