Petra Siebenhandl

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Petra Siebenhandl is a researcher whose work bridges the critical intersection of medical imaging and robotic-assisted interventions. Her primary research focus lies in advancing the precision and efficiency of image-guided procedures, particularly through the integration of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) with robotic systems. Her most notable contribution, the 2012 study "Accuracy and speed of robotic assisted needle interventions using a modern cone beam computed tomography intervention suite: a phantom study," has garnered 61 citations, underscoring its foundational role in the field. This work demonstrated how CBCT-guided robotic systems could significantly enhance both the accuracy and speed of needle-based interventions, offering a pathway to reduced procedural times and improved patient outcomes. By systematically evaluating these technologies in a controlled phantom setting, Siebenhandl provided essential validation that has informed subsequent clinical applications and technological refinements. Her research is particularly impactful for radiologists, surgeons, and biomedical engineers seeking to optimize minimally invasive procedures. Through her meticulous experimental design and clear reporting, Siebenhandl has established herself as a key contributor to the evidence base supporting the adoption of robotic assistance in interventional radiology, paving the way for safer, more reliable, and more efficient patient care.