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Virtual Reality for Preoperative Surgical Planning in Complex Pediatric Oncology.
Matthew Bramlet1, Charles J Aprahamian2, Paul M Jeziorczak2
1University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, USA.
Summary
Virtual reality modeling (VRM) enhances surgical planning for complex pediatric oncology cases. VRM improved surgeon confidence and occasionally altered operative plans, aiding in better patient care.
Area of Science:
- Medical imaging and simulation
- Pediatric oncology
- Surgical planning
Background:
- Virtual reality modeling (VRM) offers a 3D simulation from 2D patient imaging.
- VRM can improve anatomical perception and surgical planning accuracy.
- The utility of VRM in pediatric oncology requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the impact of VRM on surgeon confidence in complex pediatric oncology cases.
- To determine if VRM influences operative plan decisions.
- To evaluate VRM's effectiveness compared to traditional 2D imaging.
Main Methods:
- Twelve pediatric patients (<18) with oncological diagnoses were enrolled.
- Virtual reality models (VRM) were created from patient-specific 2D imaging.
- Surgeons reviewed 2D images and VRM to formulate operative plans; blinded assessments were compared to actual operations.
Main Results:
- VRM increased operating surgeon confidence in 63% of cases.
- Operative plans were modified in 8.3% of cases following VRM review.
- Diagnoses included neuroblastomas, Wilms tumors, and other rare pediatric cancers.
Conclusions:
- Virtual reality modeling is a valuable tool for clarifying operative plans in complex pediatric oncology.
- VRM can enhance surgeon confidence and potentially optimize surgical strategies.
- Further research can explore broader applications of VRM in pediatric surgical oncology.
