XR (extended reality: virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality) technology in spine medicine: status quo and quo vadis

T Morimoto, T Kobayashi, H Hirata, K Otani… - Journal of Clinical …, 2022 - mdpi.com
In recent years, with the rapid advancement and consumerization of virtual reality,
augmented reality, mixed reality, and extended reality (XR) technology, the use of XR …

Enhancing head and neck tumor management with artificial intelligence: Integration and perspectives

NN Zhong, HQ Wang, XY Huang, ZZ Li, LM Cao… - Seminars in Cancer …, 2023 - Elsevier
Head and neck tumors (HNTs) constitute a multifaceted ensemble of pathologies that
primarily involve regions such as the oral cavity, pharynx, and nasal cavity. The intricate …

Virtual reality and augmented reality—translating surgical training into surgical technique

RR McKnight, CA Pean, JS Buck, JS Hwang… - Current reviews in …, 2020 - Springer
Abstract Purpose of Review As immersive learning outside of the operating room is
increasingly recognized as a valuable method of surgical training, virtual reality (VR) and …

Augmented reality navigation in spine surgery: a systematic review

G Burström, O Persson, E Edström… - Acta Neurochirurgica, 2021 - Springer
Background Conventional spinal navigation solutions have been criticized for having a
negative impact on time in the operating room and workflow. AR navigation could potentially …

Augmented reality navigation with intraoperative 3D imaging vs fluoroscopy-assisted free-hand surgery for spine fixation surgery: a matched-control study comparing …

A Elmi-Terander, G Burström, R Nachabé… - Scientific reports, 2020 - nature.com
This study aimed to compare screw placement accuracy and clinical aspects between
Augmented Reality Surgical Navigation (ARSN) and free-hand (FH) technique. Twenty …

[HTML][HTML] The current state of navigation in robotic spine surgery

M Huang, TA Tetreault, A Vaishnav… - Annals of …, 2021 - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
The advent and widespread adoption of pedicle screw instrumentation prompted the need
for image guidance in spine surgery to improve accuracy and safety. Although the …

Augmented, virtual and mixed reality in spinal surgery: a real-world experience

D Sakai, K Joyce, M Sugimoto… - Journal of …, 2020 - journals.sagepub.com
This review aims to identify the role of augmented, virtual or mixed reality (AR, VR or MR)
technologies in setting of spinal surgery. The authors address the challenges surrounding …

[HTML][HTML] Robotic spine surgery and augmented reality systems: a state of the art

G Vadalà, S De Salvatore, L Ambrosio, F Russo… - Neurospine, 2020 - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Instrumented spine procedures have been performed for decades to treat a wide variety of
spinal disorders. New technologies have been employed to obtain a high degree of …

Applications of augmented reality in the neurosurgical operating room: a systematic review of the literature

S Chidambaram, V Stifano, M Demetres… - Journal of Clinical …, 2021 - Elsevier
Advancements in imaging techniques are key forces of progress in neurosurgery. The
importance of accurate visualization of intraoperative anatomy cannot be overemphasized …

Integrating augmented reality in spine surgery: redefining precision with new technologies

M De Jesus Encarnacion Ramirez, G Chmutin… - Brain Sciences, 2024 - mdpi.com
Introduction: The integration of augmented reality (AR) in spine surgery marks a significant
advancement, enhancing surgical precision and patient outcomes. AR provides immersive …