Leica Microsystems unveils Proveo 8x 3-dimensional digital microscope, designed for ophthalmological applications
Leica Microsystems, a leading name in the field of microscopy, has unveiled a groundbreaking product - the Proveo 8x. This 3D digital ophthalmic microscope is set to redefine the future of eye care, offering advanced 3D imaging technology and color enhancement capabilities [1].
The Proveo 8x combines optical microscope excellence with an exclusive high-sensitivity native 3D 4K medical camera, providing enhanced insights of ocular tissues and structures [2]. This immersive view offers accurate colors, texture representation, and depth resolution, regardless of the viewing options [2].
One of the key features of the Proveo 8x is its real-time data integration. Surgeons can now access relevant clinical information during surgery, improving workflow efficiency and decision-making [2]. The microscope is designed for ophthalmic procedures, optimizing visualization critical for delicate eye surgeries with enhanced imaging quality.
While the ARveo 8x, another product from Leica Microsystems, is a surgical microscope, it does not offer the same advanced features as the Proveo 8x [3]. The ARveo 8x does not have real-time 3D imaging, unlike the Proveo 8x, nor does it have MyVeo, the all-in-one surgical visualization headset, as a feature [4].
The Proveo 8x also boasts an open architecture, allowing surgeons to adopt 3D technology today or in the future, with a high workflow efficiency and the best of Leica optics [5]. This means that the Proveo 8x is future-ready, adaptable to advancements in technology as they become available.
The unique C-arm design of the Proveo 8x provides an unobstructed view across various setups in 3D heads-up surgery [6]. Furthermore, the Proveo 8x offers surgeons flexible monitor and viewing options for 3D surgery, with real-time information from Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and phacoemulsification (phaco) system integrated into a surgical cockpit view [7].
The Proveo 8x was launched at the Annual Meeting of The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery in California, USA, marking a significant step forward in the field of ophthalmology [8]. The launch of the Proveo 8x is a testament to Leica Microsystems' commitment to improving microsurgical outcomes, especially in ophthalmology, by combining superior optics with integrated digital workflow features [2].
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[8] Aysar Ziyadeh, Vice President of Medical Business Unit at Leica Microsystems, stated that Proveo 8x combines optical microscope excellence with an exclusive high-sensitivity native 3D 4K medical camera.
- The Proveo 8x, a groundbreaking product from Leica Microsystems, integrates 3D technology with an exclusive high-sensitivity camera, aiming to revolutionize the field of medical plastics and digital health, particularly in health-and-wellness and medical-conditions regarding the eye.
- By offering real-time data integration, enhanced imaging quality, and flexible viewing options, the Proveo 8x is not only redefining eye care but also aligning with the advancements in science and technology, making strides in the realm of 3D printing and its application in medical scenarios.
- The Proveo 8x, a product from Leica Microsystems, was designed specifically for ophthalmic procedures, providing surgeons with an unobstructed view across various setups during 3D heads-up surgeries, thereby improving surgical outcomes and contributing to the progress of digital health.
