China’s Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, affiliated with Sun Yat-sen University, has entered into a strategic partnership with Germany-based life sciences giant Siemens Healthineers AG (ETR: SHL) at the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai. The collaboration focuses on the science research, application, and translation of metaverse visualization surgery, specifically for the transplantation of anterolateral thigh (ALT) flaps.
Collaboration on Surgical Innovation
According to the agreement, Siemens will work closely with Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital to develop a positioning and registration tool tailored for ALT transplantation. This tool will leverage Siemens’ expertise in advanced technologies such as 5G, VR, and AI to enhance surgical precision and outcomes.
Supporting Clinical Research and Development
Siemens will also provide clinical disease research tools and develop disease-specific database clinical research forms and templates to support the needs of Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital. This commitment to shared resources and knowledge will facilitate more efficient and effective clinical research in the field of metaverse visualization surgery.
Joint Academic and Research Endeavors
The partnership will extend to joint efforts in publishing academic papers, applying for patents, and conducting research project applications. This collaborative approach will not only advance the science of metaverse visualization surgery but also contribute to the global body of medical knowledge and innovation.
Siemens Healthineers’ Metaverse Solutions
Siemens Healthineers, with its experience in 5G, VR, AI, and other cutting-edge technologies, offers metaverse solutions that integrate digital twinning, virtual simulation, space separation operation, and real scene mapping technology. These solutions have wide-ranging applications in various medical scenarios, including anatomy teaching and research rooms, multidisciplinary consultation rooms, patient communication rooms, and operating rooms, marking a significant advancement in the field of medical visualization and surgery.-Fineline Info & Tech
