Breakthrough Patent for Image-Guided Surgery Aids Tech-Savvy Surgeons

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Circinus Medical Technology LLC has developed an innovative system for facilitating the insertion of surgical tools or medical devices into a subject using machine learning and neural networks. The system, which combines a LIDAR scanner, optical camera, and display screen, enables surgeons to determine a desired orientation of the instrument for positioning a medical device in a body.

The system's computing device, configured to receive scanning data from the LIDAR scanner and identify anatomical landmarks, generates an anatomical surface map of the desired location of the subject. It then correlates the map with diagnostic images, such as CT or MRI images, to determine an anatomical entry point for insertion of the surgical tool or medical device. The system also features an orientation sensor and can provide an augmented reality display that superimposes virtual digital images on a video provided by the optical camera.

The inventors, led by John Kyle Dorman, have filed a patent for the system, which was published online on October 7, 2025. The patent number is 12433690, and it has been assigned to Circinus Medical Technology LLC.

Key Takeaways:

  • The system uses machine learning and neural networks to identify anatomical landmarks and generate an anatomical surface map.
  • The system correlates the anatomical surface map with diagnostic images to determine an anatomical entry point.
  • The system features an orientation sensor and can provide an augmented reality display.
  • The system can be used to facilitate the insertion of surgical tools or medical devices into a subject.
  • The inventors have developed a method for guiding a surgical tool or medical device into a subject, which includes receiving scanning data from a LIDAR scanner and identifying anatomical landmarks.
  • The system can be used in various settings, including in or adjacent to a surgically exposed surface.
  • The system's display screen can provide a wide range of outputs, including 2D or 3D virtual digital icons or images.
  • The system can be used with various types of medical devices, including smartphones, iPod Touch, and other similar devices.
  • The system's computing device can be housed within a wearable augmented reality device.

Statistics:

  • October 7, 2025: Publication date of the patent for the system.
  • 12433690: Patent number for the system.
  • April 13, 2022: Filing date of the patent for the system.

Sources:

  • Dorman, J.K. (2025). System and method for lidar-based anatomical mapping. U.S. Patent Number 12433690. Filled on April 13, 2022, and published online on October 7, 2025.
  • Circinus Medical Technology LLC. (2025). System and method for lidar-based anatomical mapping. U.S. Patent Number 12433690.