A Plausibility Study of Using Augmented Reality in the
  Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Operations
Tandin Dorji Pakinee Aimmanee Vich Yindeedej
The field of augmented reality (AR) has undergone substantial growth, finding
diverse applications in the medical industry. This paper delves into various
techniques employed in medical surgeries, scrutinizing factors such as cost,
implementation, and accessibility. The focus of this exploration is on AR-based
solutions, with a particular emphasis on addressing challenges and proposing an
innovative solution for ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VP) operations. The
proposed solution introduces a novel flow in the pre-surgery phase, aiming to
substantially reduce setup time and operation duration by creating 3D models of
the skull and ventricles. Experiments are conducted where the models are
visualized on a 3D- printed skull through an AR device, specifically the
Microsoft HoloLens 2. The paper then conducts an in-depth analysis of this
proposed solution, discussing its feasibility, advantages, limitations,and
future implications.