Application of Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality to Urology

Hamacher, Alaric; Kim, Su Jin; Cho, Sung Tae; Pardeshi, Sunil; Lee, Seung Hyun; Eun, Sung-Jong; Whangbo, Taeg Keun

doi:10.5213/inj.1620err.003

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“…It is an opportune time to study the effects of VR on human nervous systems, as relatively affordable, easy-to-use systems are now becoming mainstream consumer goods and work tools. Using historical trends for Google Scholar search terms, Hamacher et al (2016) have shown that the terms "virtual reality" and "mixed reality" started to grow exponentially in the early 1990s. This growth peaked around 2010 and resulted in a trough centered on the year 2014.…”

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Virtual Reality for Communication Neuroscience

Alicea¹

2020

The Handbook of Communication Science and Biology

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Virtual Reality (VR) and human interaction with virtual worlds can greatly enhance communication neuroscience research. VR provides opportunities for novel approaches to empirical investigation. This chapter will discuss why VR and the varieties of virtual experience is of interest to communication neuroscientists. This leads to a discussion of multiple issues related to experimental implementation and cognition, and ways VR is useful to communication neuroscience. This includes multiple cognitive effects that provide opportunities for advancing research.

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Section: Future Directionsmentioning

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Virtual Reality for Communication Neuroscience

Alicea¹

2020

The Handbook of Communication Science and Biology

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“…Furthermore, technology will assist the development of surgeons aiding operations from afar in ‘telesurgery’. 69 Finally, it is noteworthy that current advancements are being made in virtual consultations, as well as the recording of consultations, to further improve efficiency in the urological profession. 70–72…”

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Urological technology: where will we be in 20 years’ time?

Bernstein

2018

Therapeutic Advances in Urology

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Since prehistoric times, our understanding of urology has rapidly expanded. Whilst primitive urologists began by using urine as a therapeutic substance, modern urologists may find themselves removing a kidney remotely by driving a robotic arm, with seven degrees of movement, while using image overlay-augmented reality. This review provides an insight into the potential status of urological technology in 20 years' time, assessed through an analysis of developments in imaging, diagnostics, robotics and further technologies. A particular emphasis is given to the promising fields of minimally invasive techniques, nanotechnology and tissue engineering, which likely hold the key to a new era for urology.

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“…A key advantage of the use of VR and AR in simulation for procedural training is that these technologies inherently require active learner engagement, which is widely recognized as a cornerstone of effective learning [7]. Recent evidence to support the use of VR and AR simulations in medical education and training is abundant [8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18].…”

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Augmented reality simulator for CT-guided interventions

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Introduction CT-guided interventions are taught using a mentored approach on real patients. It is well established that simulation is a valuable training tool in medicine. This project assessed the feasibility and acceptance of replicating a CT-guided intervention using a bespoke software application with an augmented reality head-mounted display (ARHMD). Methods A virtual patient was generated using a CT dataset obtained from The Cancer Imaging Archive. A surface mesh of a virtual patient was projected into the field-of-view of the operator. ChArUco markers, placed on both the needle and agar jelly phantom, were tracked using RGB cameras built into the ARHMD. A virtual CT slice simulating the needle position was generated on voice command. The application was trialled by senior interventional radiologists and trainee radiologists with a structured questionnaire evaluating face validity and technical aspects. Results Sixteen users trialled the application and feedback was received from all. Eleven felt the accuracy and realism was adequate for training and twelve felt more confident about their CT biopsy skills after this training session. Discussion The study showed the feasibility of simulating a CT-guided procedure with augmented reality and that this could be used as a training tool. Key Points • Simulating a CT-guided procedure using augmented reality is possible. • The simulator developed could be an effective training tool for clinical practical skills. • Complexity of cases can be tailored to address the training level demands.

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Application of Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality to Urology

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Virtual Reality for Communication Neuroscience

Virtual Reality for Communication Neuroscience

Urological technology: where will we be in 20 years’ time?

Augmented reality simulator for CT-guided interventions

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