TROCARE
BME Capstone Project. Sponsored by Dr. Matthew Clifton, MD, of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
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3-4mm trocars are used in minimally invasive surgery for infants and children. Because their abdominal walls are thinner, the trocars have a tendency to dislodge frequently during surgery. This ultimately leads to increased intraoperative time and minor injuries. We have designed an add-on that will decrease the chances of slipping out of the abdominal wall during surgery.
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We are in contact with Emory for patent filing and future prospects.
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In this project I was responsible for the following components:
Logo
Poster Design
Image Assets
Testing Protocols
3D Printing
Adhesive Selection
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I assisted with the following:
3D Modeling
Silicone Molding
Voice of the Customer
Data Analysis
