Method and apparatus for optimizing a computer assisted surgical procedure

摘要

A method and apparatus for optimizing a computer assisted procedure is provided. A method and apparatus for performing a procedure is also provided. Data can be accessed and processed to optimize and perform a procedure. The data can be augmented or supplemented with patient specific data.

主权项

1. A system for performing a procedure on an anatomy of a patient, comprising:
a first memory system configured to store database data; an instrument having a sensor configured to be positioned in a brain of the patient to obtain functional patient specific data; and a processor operable to access the first memory system and operable to execute instructions to:
perform an initial registration of a patient specific image data and the database data, andperform a second registration of the patient specific image data and the database data after the initial registration based at least in part on the functional patient specific data obtained with the sensor from the patient with the instrument having the sensor.