Graham S Goh1, Ryan Lohre2, Javad Parvizi1, Danny P Goel3,4. 1. Rothman Orthopaedic Institute at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA. 2. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada. 3. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada. danny@precisionostech.com. 4. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, 321 Water Street, Suite 500, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1B8, Canada. danny@precisionostech.com.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Immersive virtual reality (IVR), augmented reality and mixed reality form a spectrum of extended reality technology integration that has gained popularity in orthopaedics recently. This review article examines the role of extended reality technologies in knee arthroplasty. METHODS: Existing literature on the applications of extended reality technologies in preoperative planning and intraoperative navigation were reviewed. A sample workflow of a novel IVR simulator for improving surgical training was also provided to demonstrate its utility in educating trainees on knee arthroplasty techniques. RESULTS: Extended reality technologies enable the surgeon to visualise patient-specific anatomy in real-time, enhancing preoperative planning and providing intraoperative guidance. IVR technology has the potential to revolutionise modern surgical training and optimise surgical performance in a cost-efficient manner, with current evidence demonstrating favourable immediate skill acquisition and transfer. CONCLUSIONS: Extended reality technologies have a myriad of potential applications in orthopaedic surgery. Further research is needed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of its incorporation into training programmes.
BACKGROUND: Immersive virtual reality (IVR), augmented reality and mixed reality form a spectrum of extended reality technology integration that has gained popularity in orthopaedics recently. This review article examines the role of extended reality technologies in knee arthroplasty. METHODS: Existing literature on the applications of extended reality technologies in preoperative planning and intraoperative navigation were reviewed. A sample workflow of a novel IVR simulator for improving surgical training was also provided to demonstrate its utility in educating trainees on knee arthroplasty techniques. RESULTS: Extended reality technologies enable the surgeon to visualise patient-specific anatomy in real-time, enhancing preoperative planning and providing intraoperative guidance. IVR technology has the potential to revolutionise modern surgical training and optimise surgical performance in a cost-efficient manner, with current evidence demonstrating favourable immediate skill acquisition and transfer. CONCLUSIONS: Extended reality technologies have a myriad of potential applications in orthopaedic surgery. Further research is needed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of its incorporation into training programmes.
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