The European Patent Office (EPO) has published patent application EP4709313A2, titled "Imaging system and method for image localization of surgical effectors using C-arm characterization parameters." This publication details a new technology developed by TrackX Technology, Inc. aimed at improving surgical imaging and localization of surgical tools.

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