A new study published this week by researchers at the University of California, San Diego highlights how Apple Vision Pro can be used in healthcare settings.In particular, this study sought to compare diagnostic performance when using Apple Vision Pro versus using a desktop.Researchers also touted the “new opportunities for 3D virtualization” and ergonomics offered by Apple Vision Pro.
In the study, radiologists were equipped with Apple Vision Pro units tasked with using the Visage Ease VP app to review 100 scans CT to detect diverticulitis.Performance was then compared against viewing the same scans on desktop.The study also surveyed radiologists on things like preference between devices and ease of use.
The results of the study reveal “no significant difference” in performance between radiologists using Apple Vision Pro versus a desktop.Additionally, the study found that Apple Vision Pro opens the door for new opportunities in 3D visualization and radiology: Researchers in the study also pointed to other investigations of using VR products for medical imaging: You can read the full study in the Journal of Imaging Informatics in Medicine.More on Apple Vision Pro in healthcare: This hospital system just bought 30 Vision Pro units and launched a new ‘Spatial Computing Center of Excellence’ Apple Vision Pro used to assist doctor during shoulder surgery Vision Pro helps surgeons plan and visualize operations with robot Vision Pro used in surgery for the first time “to eliminate human error” You’re reading 9to5Mac — experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day.
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