Application of Augmented Reality to Stereotactic Biopsy
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- SATOH Makoto
- Department of Neurosurgery, Jichi Medical University
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- NAKAJIMA Takeshi
- Department of Neurosurgery, Jichi Medical University
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- YAMAGUCHI Takashi
- Department of Neurosurgery, Jichi Medical University
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- WATANABE Eiju
- Department of Neurosurgery, Jichi Medical University
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- KAWAI Kensuke
- Department of Neurosurgery, Jichi Medical University
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Abstract
<p>Both frame-based stereotaxy and frameless stereotaxy are established surgical procedures. However, they each have their respective disadvantages when used in the biopsy of a deep-seated lesion. To overcome the drawbacks associated with these procedures, we evaluated the feasibility of applying augmented reality (AR) to stereotactic biopsy. We applied our trans-visible navigator (TVN) to frame-based stereotactic biopsy in five cases of deep-seated lesions. This navigation system uses the AR concept, allowing surgeons to view three-dimensional virtual models of anatomical structures superimposed over the surgical field on a tablet personal computer. Using TVN, we could easily confirm a clear trajectory avoiding the important structures as well as the target point’s location in the lesion. Use of the stereotactic apparatus allowed the surgeon to easily advance the biopsy probe to the target point. Consequently, a satisfactory histopathological diagnosis without complication was achieved in all cases. In conclusion, applying AR to stereotactic biopsy is feasible and may improve the safety of the procedure.</p>
Journal
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- Neurologia medico-chirurgica
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Neurologia medico-chirurgica 59 (11), 444-447, 2019
The Japan Neurosurgical Society