Holography applications toward medical field: An overview

Area of Science:

• Medical Technology
• Digital Imaging
• Industry 4.0

Background:

• 3D Holography is a disruptive, customizable innovation supporting Industry 4.0.
• It leverages digital imaging for advanced data visualization in medicine.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the potential applications of 3D holography in the medical field.
• To explore the benefits and innovative uses of holography for patient treatment and medical research.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of research papers on holography and its medical applications.
• Identification of research and development directions for effective patient treatment.

Main Results:

• Holography provides extensive data visualization for training doctors and students.
• It enables the creation of 3D holograms from patient data for surgical assistance and medical research.
• Identified 13 significant medical applications, though data storage and software support are considerations.

Conclusions:

• Holographic imaging offers non-contact, high-depth 3D views for enhanced medical diagnosis and treatment.
• The technology facilitates accurate visualization of organs, improving surgical planning and diagnostic accuracy.
• Advancements in hardware and software are making holographic applications more accessible for medical research.