Medtronic announced FDA clearance of the Stealth AXiS surgical system for cranial and ear, nose, and throat (ENT) procedures. Cleared for spine procedures in February, the Stealth AXiS surgical system unifies surgical planning, navigation, and robotics into a single system.
The platform features AI-enabled architecture, which supports advanced planning and visualization before, during, and after surgery. For cranial procedures, the system includes AI-based automatic tractography that helps surgeons generate patient-specific brain maps and visualize critical neural pathway associated with essential brain functions. The platform also integrates intraoperative ultrasound through GE HealthCare's bkActiv, providing additional real-time imaging during procedures.
Built around real-world ENT workflows, the system offers sharper anatomical detail and improved responsiveness.
Additionally, the system's flexible architecture is designed to support continuous software innovation, expanded capabilities, and deeper ecosystem connectivity to help shape the next era of surgery.
