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Unlocking Medical Potentials: An In-depth Investigation of Augmented Reality Technology in Medicine

Chenhan LuoUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison*

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

This comprehensive examination underscores the increasing importance of Augmented Reality (AR) technology within the healthcare sector and its potential to enhance patient care, diagnostic accuracy, and medical education. AR technology facilitates the development of advanced interactive interfaces that allow seamless interaction between virtual and physical elements, as well as the overlay of digital information onto the real-world environment. The study delves into the application of AR in medical education and learning, illustrating its capacity to provide real-time surgical and diagnostic information. The paper also addresses some of the difficulties in implementing AR in medicine, including the high implementation costs, the requirement for established protocols, and the necessity for smooth integration into current medical processes. The paper also examines a bright future in which combining AR with Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) might further improve its potential and usher in a new era of cutting-edge, effective, and patient-centered healthcare. AR holds great potential to revolutionize healthcare through collaborative efforts from all stakeholders, supported by a supportive regulatory environment and ongoing research. These factors could greatly improve the healthcare ecosystem. This review contributes to a more comprehensive knowledge of the technical advancements that power contemporary healthcare by taking a significant step ahead in comprehending and utilizing the revolutionary potential of augmented reality in medicine.

Keywords: Augmented Reality; Medical Education; Medical Diagnosis
Published: January 3, 2024
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/27/20232151
Volume: CHR Vol.27
pp. 126-130
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