Luca®: The First Bi-Manual Robotic Platform for Ophthalmic Surgery
Redefining control, stability, and precision in vitreoretinal surgery.
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​EXTREME PRECISION
With 20 times less tremor, Luca enables micron-level precision, redefining surgical capabilities.
FAMILIAR INSTRUMENTS
Each robotic arm operates with standard vitreoretinal surgical instruments, providing a seamless transition for surgeons.
ERGONOMIC CONTROL
The surgeon controls two independent robotic arms from an ergonomic piloting station, ensuring maximum stability and accuracy
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Vitreoretinal Surgery: A Precision Challenge
A field where every micron matters. The complexity of retinal surgery demands extreme accuracy in a highly delicate and confined space
THE CHALLENGES OF VITREORETINAL SURGERY: WHY PRECISION MATTERS
Micron-Level Precision Needed: The Internal Limiting Membrane (ILM) is only 1-5 microns thick.
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Gravity & Hand Tremors Impact Stability: Even minor hand tremors or gravitational forces can affect the outcome.
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Ergonomic Limitations: Surgeons operate in uncomfortable positions for extended periods, affecting precision.
HOW LUCA OVERCOMES THESE CHALLENGES
Tremor-Free Micron Precision – Luca eliminates hand tremors for greater control.
Gravity Compensation – Robotic stabilization neutralizes gravitational effects.
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3D Vision & Ergonomic Control – Improved posture and depth perception for longer, safer procedures with better outcomes.
CLINICAL VALIDATION: ENSURING SAFETY AND CREDIBILITY
AcuSurgical is committed to clinical excellence. Our first-in-human study confirms the safety, precision, and seamless integration of Luca in vitreoretinal surgery.
First-in-Human Study Completed Successfully
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In July 2024, AcuSurgical completed its first clinical trial using the Luca robotic surgical system for vitrectomy procedures.
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​This marks a significant milestone in the evolution of robotic-assisted retinal surgery.
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Study conducted at Ghent University Hospital, Belgium
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Led by Dr. Fanny Nerinckx, Senior Vitreoretinal Surgeon
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Seven patients successfully treated with seamless integration of Luca into surgical workflow
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Demonstrated safety & efficacy in robotic-assisted vitrectomy
The Luca robot integrated seamlessly into our operating room workflow. We performed multiple surgeries in one day, efficiently executing standard vitrectomy procedures during this first-in-human clinical trial