Precisely Positioned: Patient Positioning in Refractive Laser Surgery

When Millimeters Define the Workflow

Refractive laser surgery requires the highest level of precision. Modern excimer and femtosecond lasers operate with great accuracy. To make full and reliable use of this precision throughout the treatment workflow, patient positioning must also be stable, safe, and finely adjustable.

With the LSC neo, AKRUS offers a patient support system specifically developed to meet the requirements of refractive laser surgery. It supports precise positioning, ergonomic workflows, and safe integration into modern laser environments. At the same time, AKRUS makes its many years of experience in laser surgery patient positioning available to refractive centers, clinics, and medical practices.

Exact Alignment with the Focal Point

In refractive laser procedures, the position of the patient is a decisive factor. The eye must be precisely aligned with the focal point of the laser. Even small deviations in positioning can complicate the workflow or make additional corrections necessary.

The LSC neo enables precise adjustment in the X, Y, and Z directions. This allows the patient position to be finely adjusted to the respective laser system and to the individual anatomy of the patient.

Control is carried out via an analog joystick. It allows controlled movements, from quick repositioning to very slow and precise fine adjustments. For users, this means that the patient support system not only assists with correct positioning, but also supports a calm and efficient treatment workflow.

Headrest for Fine Positioning

Another important aspect is stable head positioning. The headrest of the LSC neo can be moved vertically by electric adjustment and can also be tilted manually. This allows the head position to be adjusted precisely without having to reposition the entire patient.

In refractive laser surgery in particular, this fine adjustment is a practical advantage. It supports calm, comfortable, and precise patient positioning during treatment.

Safety in Interaction with the Laser System

In addition to precision and ergonomics, safety plays a central role. The LSC neo is designed for use under excimer and femtosecond lasers as well as other suitable laser systems. Integrated safety systems and interlocks support controlled operation in the laser environment.

Depending on the laser system and application, different safety concepts are available. With suitable laser systems, a direct connection between the laser and the patient support system can be used to help prevent unintended movements during treatment. Alternatively, movement release can be controlled via a separate footswitch. In this case, movements of the patient support system are only possible when the footswitch is actively pressed.

This makes the LSC neo a technical component of the overall treatment workflow. It is not merely a support surface, but a positioning system designed for the specific requirements of refractive laser surgery.

Ergonomic Workflow for Clinics and Operating Rooms

An efficient workflow is created by the smooth interaction of all components in the treatment room. This includes stable patient positioning, intuitive operation, controlled movements, and good accessibility for medical staff.

The LSC neo supports this workflow with its precise adjustment options, finely controllable joystick operation, and flexible adaptation to the respective treatment situation. Movements can be carried out in a controlled manner without unnecessarily interrupting the workflow. At the same time, patient positioning remains comfortable and stable.

Flexible for Modern Laser Suites

Many refractive centers use different laser systems within one treatment workflow. The LSC neo is designed to integrate into such working environments.

Depending on the configuration, the upper section can be swiveled to support use in a laser suite, for example in combination with an excimer and femtosecond laser. Even in the swiveled position, the respective axes remain adjustable, allowing the patient position to be precisely fine-tuned.

In this way, the LSC neo supports not only individual treatment steps, but the entire process in the laser room.

Precision Begins with Positioning

Refractive laser surgery is a highly precise specialty. To ensure that laser system, user, and workflow interact optimally, patient positioning must meet the same level of precision. With the LSC neo, AKRUS offers a patient support system designed precisely for these requirements: precisely positionable, safely integrable, and ergonomic in everyday use.

This once again shows that good medical technology supports not only the procedure itself, but the entire workflow in the treatment room.