Specialists at RTU MIREA are creating advanced augmented reality technology that can change the approach to medical operations. Computer software will help doctors better understand the patient's anatomy during complex surgical interventions. The new software for AR glasses will project important information directly onto the lenses, improving the visibility of tissues, vessels, and nerves, which is especially valuable during complex operations.
Medical students will be able to practice in a safe environment, which will help them develop confidence and skills. Scientists have already created the first prototype of the device.
Augmented reality is already being successfully used in medicine. In particular, in neurosurgery, it has reduced the number of navigation errors by 30%, which has increased the safety of operations.
In cardiac surgery, AR contributed to more accurate suturing and a reduction in surgery time by 15%, which reduced the likelihood of postoperative complications.
In orthopedics, the use of AR helped reduce the number of revision joint replacement surgeries by 20%, and in laparoscopic surgery, it increased the accuracy and speed of interventions by 10%.
Earlier, scientists from MIET developed unique implants for the spinal cord that can significantly increase the effectiveness of chronic pain treatment and reduce the likelihood of scar formation during nerve tissue recovery. The results of these studies were published in the journal Gels.
These implants are based on neurointerfaces — systems that provide information transfer between the brain and electronic devices.
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