Virtual Reality in Awake brain Surgery (VIRAS) stage I: Proof of concept and tolerance validation during scheduled orthopedic surgery.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The VIRAS (Virtual Reality in Awake Surgery) project is a two-stage, adaptive study. Its goal is to demonstrate the tolerance of the virtual reality (VR) headset for performing cognitive neuro-monitoring during awake brain surgery. Awake surgery involves operating on patients who remain conscious during the procedure and is most commonly employed in interventions such as tumor resections and epilepsy treatments. This approach allows surgeons to monitor and preserve critical brain functions by engaging the patient in real-time assessments of motor, sensory, and cognitive capabilities. The use of immersive distractions such as VR can help reduce anxiety and discomfort during awake craniotomy. We present the results of the first stage of the study, conducted in patients u

SUBMITTER: Saliou V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12407469 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature