Telestration with augmented reality for visual presentation of intraoperative target structures in minimally invasive surgery: a randomized controlled study.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

In minimally invasive surgery (MIS), intraoperative guidance has been limited to verbal communication without direct visual guidance. Communication issues and mistaken instructions in training procedures can hinder correct identification of anatomical structures on the MIS screen. The iSurgeon system was developed to provide visual guidance in the operating room by telestration with augmented reality (AR).

Methods

Laparoscopic novices (n = 60) were randomized in two groups in a cross-over design: group 1 trained only with verbal guidance first and then with additional telestration with AR on the operative screen and vice versa for group 2. Training consisted of laparoscopic basic training and subsequently a specifically designed training course, including a porcine lapa

SUBMITTER: Wild C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9485092 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature