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Current Cardiology Reports

29-04-2024 | Artificial Intelligence | New Therapies for Cardiovascular Disease (AA Bavry and MR Massoomi, Section Editors)

Use of Virtual Reality and 3D Models in Contemporary Practice of Cardiology

Authors: Iva Minga, Mohammad A. Al-Ani, Sarah Moharem-Elgamal, Aswathy Vaikom House MD, Ahmed Sami Abuzaid MD, Michael Masoomi, Saima Mangi

Published in: Current Cardiology Reports

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

To provide an overview of the impact of virtual and augmented reality in contemporary cardiovascular medical practice.

Recent Findings

The utilization of virtual and augmented reality has emerged as an innovative technique in various cardiovascular subspecialties, including interventional adult, pediatric, and adult congenital as well as structural heart disease and heart failure. In particular, electrophysiology has proven valuable for both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The incorporation of 3D reconstruction modeling has significantly enhanced our understanding of patient anatomy and morphology, thereby improving diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.

Summary

The interactive modeling of cardiac structure and function within the virtual realm plays a pivotal role in comprehending complex congenital, structural, and coronary pathology. This, in turn, contributes to safer interventions and surgical procedures. Noteworthy applications include septal defect device closure, transcatheter valvular interventions, and left atrial occlusion device implantation. The implementation of virtual reality has been shown to yield cost savings in healthcare, reduce procedure time, minimize radiation exposure, lower intravenous contrast usage, and decrease the extent of anesthesia required. These benefits collectively result in a more efficient and effective approach to patient care.
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Metadata
Title
Use of Virtual Reality and 3D Models in Contemporary Practice of Cardiology
Authors
Iva Minga
Mohammad A. Al-Ani
Sarah Moharem-Elgamal
Aswathy Vaikom House MD
Ahmed Sami Abuzaid MD
Michael Masoomi
Saima Mangi
Publication date
29-04-2024
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Cardiology Reports
Print ISSN: 1523-3782
Electronic ISSN: 1534-3170
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11886-024-02061-2

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