Lower Keys Medical Center Invests in Surgical Technology
4/23/2025
Visualization platform aids in minimally-invasive procedures
As part of a continuing investment in technology, Lower Keys Medical Center has enhanced its surgical capabilities with an upgraded surgical visualization platform. The camera tower allows surgeons performing minimally-invasive surgeries to more clearly see the procedure area. As the surgeon guides the instruments, the camera brightens and magnifies the movements. A versatile design makes the technology useful in a variety of procedures, including:
- General surgery: Fluorescence imaging – the use of fluorescent molecules to see biological structures – aids in procedures such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy, colorectal surgery, and general procedures by illuminating the area allowing visualization of blood flow and critical structures intraoperatively. This shortens the length of a procedure, decreases conversions to open procedures, and shortens hospitalizations.
- Orthopedic surgery: In arthroscopic shoulder or knee surgery, the camera features a range of brightness and contrast, providing more details in shadows and highlighting small cavities and dark areas.
- Ear, nose and throat surgery: With improved lighting and the ability to display more than 60 times more colors, the camera helps surgeons navigate through small cavities and improves visualization of color variation in tissues and structures.
- Urological surgery: A cystoscope uses the camera and light to visualize the bladder and urethra.
Phyllis Stout, R.N., director of surgical services at Lower Keys Medical Center said, “We are pleased to be able to offer this next level technology that aids our skilled surgeons in delivering quality care for our patients.”
Back