[Voice-directed robotic cystoscopy]. / Cistoscopia robotizada dirigida mediante la voz.

OBJECTIVE: In line with our previous studies in the field of robotics, a new application of our robotic arm is presented: voice-directed cystoscopy. METHODS: Cystoscopy was performed in a sow using a voice-directed robotic arm to which a cystoscope had been attached. The computer executes all the processes that enable interaction with the surgeon and communication with the robotic system. The surgeon directs the movements of the cystoscope by voice, using instructions easily recognizable by the voice identifier. RESULTS/CONCLUSIONS: This system is easy to operate and carries out the commands given by the surgeon with great precision and safety.

[Transurethral resection by remote control]. / Resección transuretral mediante control remoto.

OBJECTIVE: Telepresence allows working in distant environments by means of telemanipulators, which consist of two main modules: a master arm handled by the human operator and a slave arm that reproduces its movements. We have found in TUR unique conditions for telemanipulation and our aim is to perform this operation by remote control; in other words, to create a telepresence system for prostatectomy that would permit a surgeon to carry out an operation from a distant location for the first time. METHODS: We have developed a slave arm equipped with a resectoscope at its tip and which is able to perform the necessary movements for this type of surgery with ultramillimetric precision. This device is teloperated by the surgeon by means of a master arm that simulates a working element. RESULTS/CONCLUSION: This system will permit performing an operation from a remote site easily and for the first time, with all the advantages this may entail.