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Augmented Reality in Orthopedic Practice and Education.
Timothy C Keating1, Joshua J Jacobs2
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, 1611 West Harrison Street, Suite 301, Chicago, IL 60612, USA.
The Orthopedic Clinics of North America
|November 23, 2020
Summary
Augmented reality (AR) integrates digital information with the physical world. This technology can enhance surgical navigation and improve training for procedures like total knee and hip replacements.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Technology
- Medical Imaging
- Computer-Assisted Surgery
Background:
- Augmented reality (AR) superimposes digital information onto physical views, enabling interaction.
- Traditional computer-assisted surgery (CAS) navigation systems can be integrated into AR headsets.
- AR headsets offer potential for advanced surgical visualization and data processing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate current and potential applications of AR in orthopedic surgery.
- To explore AR's role in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and total hip arthroplasty (THA).
- To identify opportunities for AR to advance arthroplasty education and professional development.
Main Methods:
- Review of AR technology components: high-fidelity cameras, microcomputers, optical see-through lenses.
- Analysis of AR's integration with CAS navigation principles.
- Evaluation of AR's applicability to specific arthroplasty procedures.
Main Results:
- AR technology consolidates tracking, data processing, and display into a headset.
- AR enables the creation of digital holographic images for surgical guidance.
- The study assesses AR's specific benefits for TKA and THA.
Conclusions:
- AR technology presents a significant advancement over traditional CAS navigation.
- AR offers substantial potential to enhance arthroplasty procedures and surgical outcomes.
- AR can revolutionize arthroplasty education and professional training through immersive visualization.
Keywords:
Augmented realityComputer-assisted surgeryHead-mounted displayMixed realityNavigationTotal hip arthroplastyTotal knee arthroplasty
