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The knowledge portal of Leica Microsystems offers scientific research and teaching material on the subjects of microscopy. The content is designed to support beginners, experienced practitioners and scientists alike in their everyday work and experiments. Explore interactive tutorials and application notes, discover the basics of microscopy as well as high-end technologies – become part of the Science Lab community and share your expertise!

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How AR Helps in the Surgical Treatment of Moyamoya Disease
Moyamoya disease is a rare chronic occlusive cerebrovascular disorder characterized by progressive stenosis in the terminal portion of the internal…
May 19, 2022
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Using GLOW800 AR in Radial Forearm Flap Free Phalloplasty
In this video, Chief Microsurgeon Professor Küntscher and his team perform a radial forearm free flap phalloplasty and use ICG fluorescence imaging to…
Apr 04, 2022
Case Study
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How AR Surgery Benefits Radial Forarm Free Flap Phalloplasty
The goal of penile reconstruction is to provide an aesthetic penoid with tactile and erogenous sensation, so the patient can have sexual intercourse…
Mar 14, 2022
Interview
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Free Flap Procedures in Oncological Reconstructive Surgery
Free flap surgery is considered the gold standard for breast, head and neck reconstructions for cancer patients. These procedures, which enable…
Jan 27, 2022
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Advances in Oncological Reconstructive Surgery
Decision making and patient care in oncological reconstructive surgery have considerably evolved in recent years. New surgical assistance technologies…
Jan 27, 2022
Whitepaper
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How to Improve Hospital Reputation: Boosting Your Brand with AR
More and more hospitals are working on bringing their brand to life. In a changing and challenging environment, strong brands have the potential to…
Jun 30, 2021
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How Augmented Reality is Transforming Vascular Neurosurgery
Augmented Reality is changing surgery, with new information helping to improve the precision and safety of procedures. This is especially true in…
Mar 15, 2021
Interview
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GLOW800 Augmented Reality Fluorescence in AVM (Arteriovenous Malformation) treatment
In this case study Prof. Dr. Feres Chaddad talks about the treatment of AVMs. It illustrates how the Augmented Reality Fluorescence GLOW800 can help…
Feb 18, 2021
Case Study
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Neurovascular Surgery & Augmented Reality Fluorescence
Vascular neurosurgery is highly complex. Surgeons need to be able to rely on robust anatomical information. As such, visualization technologies play…
Feb 08, 2021
Interview
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Microscopy Enhanced Navigation in Neurosurgery
Neurosurgical procedures are very complex and delicate, especially when they involve craniotomy. Surgeons need to be extremely focused and…
Feb 04, 2021
Webinar
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Immediate Breast Reconstruction: Benefits of GLOW800 Augmented Reality
Dr. Harold Chatel is a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in a leading hospital in Paris, France. One of his areas of expertise is oncological…
Nov 23, 2020
Interview
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Oncological Reconstructive Surgery with the Leica M530 OHX Microscope
Precision is essential in oncological reconstructive surgery, in particular when it relies on free flap techniques. Microsurgical microscopes provide…
Nov 23, 2020
Interview
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Oncological Reconstructive Surgery: Why Use a Microscope
Recent advances in microsurgery are enhancing breast reconstruction for oncology patients, allowing both functional and aesthetic rehabilitation. More…
Nov 23, 2020
Interview
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Benefits of Microscope & Integrated Vascular Fluorescence Use
Oncological reconstructive surgery requires high precision and attention to details. It can pose a number of challenges: long operating time, flap…
Nov 23, 2020
Interview
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Neurosurgery with Heads-up Display
In the following video interviews Prof. Dr. Raphael Guzman, Vice Chairman of the Department of Neurosurgery at the University Hospital in Basel,…
Nov 11, 2020
Interview
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Augmented Reality (AR) Fluorescence Image Gallery
Building on a decade of leadership in fluorescence imaging technology, GLOW800 AR fluorescence is the first of many modalities based on the…
Aug 31, 2020
Gallery
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Augmented Reality and Fluorescence: Clinical Uses in Cerebrovascular and Skull Base Neurosurgery
In this webinar Dr. Bendok and Dr. Morcos explain how Augmented Reality and Fluorescence can enhance visualization and support surgical decision…
Aug 20, 2020
Webinar
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Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms
Managing unruptured intracranial aneurysms is complex and usually involves one or a combination of three options – conservative, endovascular, or…
Feb 21, 2020
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