The effectiveness of virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality training in total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Extended reality (XR), including virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR), has been used in the training of total hip arthroplasty (THA). This study aims to examine the effectiveness of XR training in THA.

Methods

In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we searched PubMed (MEDLINE), EMBASE (OVID), Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), Web of Science, and clinicaltrials.gov from inception to September 2022 for eligible studies. The Review Manager 5.4 software was applied to compare accuracy of inclination and anteversion, and surgical duration between XR training and conventional methods.

Results

We identified 213 articles, of which 4 randomized clinical trials and 1 prospective controlled study including

SUBMITTER: Su S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9940416 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature