Application of Mixed/Augmented Reality in Interventional Cardiology

Area of Science:

• Cardiovascular Medicine
• Medical Technology
• Immersive Technologies

Background:

• Interventional cardiology involves complex procedures requiring high precision.
• Traditional visualization methods have limitations in complex cardiac interventions.
• Emerging technologies like AR and MR offer potential solutions to enhance procedural accuracy and outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the applications of AR and MR in interventional cardiology.
• To analyze the technological foundations and clinical uses of these immersive systems.
• To explore the future development, validation, and educational impact of AR/MR in cardiovascular care.

Main Methods:

• Comprehensive literature review of AR and MR applications in interventional cardiology.
• Analysis of technological frameworks, clinical implementations (TAVI, PCI, electrophysiology mapping), and validation studies.
• Examination of educational and training benefits derived from AR/MR integration.

Main Results:

• AR/MR systems significantly enhance visualization and guidance during complex cardiac interventions.
• Clinical applications demonstrated improved outcomes in procedures like TAVI, PCI, and electrophysiology mapping.
• These technologies show promise in medical training and skill development for cardiologists.

Conclusions:

• AR and MR represent a paradigm shift in interventional cardiology, optimizing procedural guidance.
• The integration of these technologies is pivotal for improving patient outcomes and driving innovation in cardiovascular care.
• Continued development and validation are essential for widespread adoption and maximizing the benefits of AR/MR.