Our Work

At FTT, we are always conducting research to support our device development. By combining clinical insight with engineering innovation, we generate the evidence needed to guide safer microsurgical solutions.

Fetoscopic Observation of Intrauterine Operative Port Placements during Laparotomy-Assisted Fetal Myelomeningocele Closure

Damage to the amniotic membrane is one of the main reasons that preterm birth occurs in fetal surgery. Our research examined real surgical footage from fetal procedures to understand how the current clinical standard surgical tools impact this delicate membrane.

We identified instances of mechanical damage to the amniotic membrane during device insertion. This work provides valuable insight into how surgical access can be made safer, helping guide the design of new, less traumatic tools for fetal surgery.