First in Human: The Future of the Operating Room: Compact Robots Enhanced by AI : TAVIPILOT
Seance of wednesday 11 march 2026 (Chirurgie 4.0 : IA et technologies intelligentes Surgery 4.0: AI & Smart Technologies)
DOI number : 10.26299/tnrk-kx63/2026.11.05
Abstract
Interventional cardiology is currently undergoing a major transformation with the integration of artificial intelligence and robotics. As the number of structural heart procedures continues to grow rapidly, the number of highly experienced physicians remains limited. In this context, these technologies offer an important opportunity to facilitate the learning of complex procedures, improve their reproducibility, and expand access to care.
We have developed TAVIPILOT, an augmented reality software that acts as a true intraoperative GPS for transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). The software analyzes fluoroscopy in real time, automatically detects anatomical structures, and tracks respiratory and cardiac motion to display the patient’s anatomy directly on the image. It also provides a precise measurement of the prosthesis implantation depth to help physicians position the valve with greater accuracy and confidence during the procedure.
To further assist the operator, we have also developed a compact robot dedicated to TAVI, designed to precisely manipulate existing delivery systems and simplify prosthesis deployment, providing greater stability and control during critical procedural steps.
Both technologies have already reached important clinical milestones: TAVIPILOT is now used in human procedures. Our vision is to leverage AI and robotics to augment physicians’ capabilities and help democratize access to these complex interventions.
We have developed TAVIPILOT, an augmented reality software that acts as a true intraoperative GPS for transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). The software analyzes fluoroscopy in real time, automatically detects anatomical structures, and tracks respiratory and cardiac motion to display the patient’s anatomy directly on the image. It also provides a precise measurement of the prosthesis implantation depth to help physicians position the valve with greater accuracy and confidence during the procedure.
To further assist the operator, we have also developed a compact robot dedicated to TAVI, designed to precisely manipulate existing delivery systems and simplify prosthesis deployment, providing greater stability and control during critical procedural steps.
Both technologies have already reached important clinical milestones: TAVIPILOT is now used in human procedures. Our vision is to leverage AI and robotics to augment physicians’ capabilities and help democratize access to these complex interventions.