Integrating OCT into Surgical Systems and Monitoring Vibrations

Abstract

Imaging of the hearing structures can yield information regarding their function as well as insight into the abnormalities and adverse conditions that affect them. Improvements in the acquisition techniques and the quality of imaging systems can contribute to the understanding and treatment of these conditions. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging technology has evolved to the point where systems can deliver 2D cross-sectional images, 3D structural volumes, and functional information regarding the motion of the sample. The information is valuable, but while research systems continue to evolve and become more advanced there is a disconnect between the researcher and the clinician. Translation of research based imaging systems into the clinical field is an important step in future development and adaptation. This thesis is focused on the development of a packaged optical coherence tomography system and the design of a phase-stable surgical microscope OCT system that can easily be introduced into the clinical field.