Polarimetric optical device for tissue analysis

• Spectro polarimetric technology available without calibration
• Non-destructive technology allowing to investigate tissues without anykind of specific preparation

TECHNOLOGY

The main goal of the present invention is to enable the surgeon to evaluate during the intervention these surgical margins in a very short time, to limit the extension of response time. In addition, anatamopathologists could have a rapid response with high resolution and without degrading the fabrics allowing for subsequent histological confirmation by systematic analysis.

APPLICATIONS

• Highly reliable tumor margin assessment
• Real-time anatomopathology pre-analysis
• Microscope-adaptable device with 3D (plenoptical) sensor for tissue or Melanoma detection
• Could be used during surgical procedure as well as ex-vivo in a laboratory

INNOVATION ADVANTAGES

• Unique continuous spectro polarimetric technology available without calibration
• Architecture based on standard components
• Tested at different scale

DEVELOPMENT STATUS

• Patent issued 2015
• Proof of concept realized at 3 scales :
  - Lab tool with 2x2 to 4x4cm field of view with multiple wavelenght
  lighting
  - Microscope adaptable device with plenoptical camera
  - Mobile device (1cm3 optical device) for dermatological and endos
  copic applications
• Technology available for licensing