Robotics-based approach for cardiac ablation
This invention describes methods and systems for performing robotic ablation of cardiac tissues for the treatment of arrhythmias. The robot uses concentric tubes comprising compliant tubes that can deform by bending and twisting when rotated from their base. Elastic interactions between the tubes enable the surgeon to steer through hollow and liquid-filled cavities such as the arteries and veins within the body. The robot also facilitates optimal pseudo-constant contact forces with cardiac tissue, allowing superior contact with the tissue that will be ablated compared to traditional catheter-based methods.
