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Virtual reality (VR) simulators enhance surgical training, but their use in spinal surgery needs more research. This systematic review highlights current applications and calls for higher-quality studies to improve VR adoption in spine procedures.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Surgical Simulation
  • Virtual Reality Technology

Background:

  • Virtual reality (VR) simulators are valuable for surgical skill assessment and training.
  • While established in some specialties, VR simulator adoption in spinal surgery is not well-defined.
  • Current literature on VR in spinal surgery primarily consists of technical reviews.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review existing research on VR-based simulators in spinal procedures.
  • To assess the quality of studies evaluating VR-based training in spinal surgery.
  • To provide guidance for future research on VR simulators in this field.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of peer-reviewed articles on VR, mixed, or augmented reality simulators in spinal surgery.
  • Qualitative data synthesis focusing on evaluation approaches and outcomes.
  • Quality appraisal of included studies using the Medical Education Research Study Quality Instrument (MERSQI).

Main Results:

  • 19 studies on VR simulators for procedures like pedicle screw placement and vertebroplasty were selected.
  • Included studies demonstrated low-to-medium methodological quality (MERSQI mean score: 11.47/18).
  • The review identified current applications and assessment methods of VR simulators in spinal procedures.

Conclusions:

  • VR-based simulators show potential for training and assessment in spinal surgery.
  • Higher-quality studies incorporating patient-related outcomes are necessary.
  • Future research should focus on improving study design, evaluating non-technical skills, and multidisciplinary training.