Siemens Healthcare revealed a radiological image browser that uses Microsoft Kinect technology to allow hands-free manipulation of the images at RSNA 2011, according to a Medgadget report.
The technology would allow surgeons to operate the image browser themselves during a procedure without compromising sterility.
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The technology would allow surgeons to operate the image browser themselves during a procedure without compromising sterility.
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