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Virtual and Augmented Reality in Neurosurgery.

Edinson Najera¹, Hayes Patrick¹, Amed Natour²

¹Neuroscience Institute and Institute for Surgical Excellence, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Neurosurgery, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA, USA.

Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology

|November 10, 2024

Summary

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Mixed reality (MxR), combining virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), enhances neurosurgery precision and safety. This technology aids surgical planning, navigation, and training for improved patient outcomes.

Keywords:

Augmented reality Mixed reality Neurosurgery Surgical planning Virtual reality

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Area of Science:

Neurosurgery
Medical Technology
Surgical Innovation

Background:

Neurosurgery has evolved with technological advancements to improve accuracy and patient safety.
Mixed Reality (MxR) integrates Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) as the next frontier.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the role and impact of MxR in neurosurgery.
To highlight MxR's application in surgical planning, execution, and training.

Main Methods:

Review of VR for immersive preoperative rehearsal using 3D neuroanatomy.
Analysis of AR for overlaying critical information during surgery.
Case studies on MxR in brain tumor, skull base, and cerebrovascular surgeries.

Main Results:

MxR enhances precision, safety, and outcomes in neurosurgical procedures.
VR enables detailed surgical rehearsal; AR reduces cognitive load.
MxR demonstrates effectiveness in complex surgeries like AVM and aneurysm treatments.

Conclusions:

MxR has significant potential to revolutionize neurosurgical interventions.
The technology promises safer, more efficient, and personalized patient care.
Addressing adoption challenges is key to realizing MxR's full potential in neurosurgery.