System and method for endoscopic path planning

Details System and method for endoscopic path planning System and method for endoscopic path planning

2004-07-09

2010-10-26

Casler, Brian (Department: 3737)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

C600S109000, C600S112000, C600S117000, C600S416000, C600S420000, C606S045000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07822461

ABSTRACT:
A system and method for endoscopic path planning is provided. The method comprises: identifying a target in a lung, wherein the target is located in a peripheral airway of the lung; generating an endoscopic path to the target, wherein a peripheral artery is used as a surrogate for the peripheral airway; and viewing the endoscopic path.

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