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The challenge in brain surgery

Brain surgery requires extreme precision. Surgeons must operate in delicate areas while preserving brain function. Still today this cannot be guaranteed.

us4us Ltd.
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Oldelft Ultrasound
YASKAWA Europe
Surgical Science Sweden AB
Caresyntax
Radboud University Medical Center
Curix - Part of the Demcon group
Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer
Cancer Patients Europe
Fundació Ictus
Philips
Erasmus MC
Consortium

A collaboration across Europe

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We unite hospitals, academic institutions, industry and technology partners, and patient organisations. Backed by European public funding, they advance minimally invasive neurosurgery together.

Meet the consortium
the challenge
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Complexity of the brain

The brain is extraordinarily complex and delicate. It defines who we are, including our intelligence, personality, and consciousness. Removing lesions within our brain has enormous risk.

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Highly Invasive Procedures

Neurosurgery relies on large openings in the skull and complex procedures which can lead to longer recovery times, complications and long lasting impact on quality of life.

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Operating in the Dark

Surgeons currently rely on static images for guidance. During surgery there is no real-time imaging feedback to safely navigate within the brain.

the solution

Minimally Invasive Techniques

We are developing minimally invasive biopsy and surgical techniques for brain lesions, enabling clinicians to diagnose and treat without large skull openings and significantly reducing patient trauma.

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Surgeons in an operating room use a surgical microscope and watch a monitor showing the procedure.

Evidence-Based Adoption

Our framework includes high-fidelity simulators for clinician training and rigorous economic assessments to ensure global scalability. We aim to transform complex neurosurgeries into routine, safer, and more accessible interventions.

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Modern medical imaging room with advanced scanning equipment and blue ambient lighting.

Integrated Image Guidance

SEISMIC combines ultrasound and X-ray imaging for live, high-precision surgical navigation. This minimally disruptive imaging provides real-time feedback, ensuring accuracy without disrupting the surgical workflow.

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