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. 2023 Mar 10;25:e37599. doi: 10.2196/37599

Table 1.

Summary of the included studies—author name, study type, visualization, application, and nature.

Study Type Visualization Application Nature
Pransky [16] VRa Orthodoc + preplanning workstation + 3D image + CTb
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Concept study
Sato et al [17] VR CAFc system + pelvis and femur system + 3D model + CT
  • Preoperative simulation

  • Intraoperative application

Clinical trial
Digioia et al [18] VR HipNav + 3D software + CT
  • Preoperative simulation

  • Intraoperative application

Clinical trial
Takada et al [19] VR HipAlign and manual goniometer + x-rays or fluoroscopy
  • Preoperative simulation

  • Intraoperative application

RCTd
Ruikar [20] VR 2D game
  • Preoperative simulation and training

N/Ae
Barrack et al [21] VR MicroScribeTm 3DX digitizer + LightWave 3DTm software
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Concept study
Krushell et al [22] VR 3D protractor + Sawbones pelvis + modular THAf system
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Concept study
Kummer et al [23] VR Femoral components + Sawbones hemipelvis + goniometer
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Scifert et al [24] VR Blueprints; CADg models + Duraloc
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Concept study
Cimerman et al [25] VR SQh Pelvis software + CT in DICOM
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Case series
Brouwers et al [26] VR 3D printing + VR headset + hemipelvis
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Tonetti et al [27] VR CT images + an ultrasound registration + specimen pelvis
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Blyth et al [28] VR Bonedoc DHSi simulator
  • Preoperative simulation and training

RCT
Tasi et al [29] VR Volume-based orthopedic surgery simulator
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Rambani et al [30] VR CAOSj + computer-screen and x-ray images
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Racy et al [31] VR 3D virtual environment + haptic + printed drill handle + VR headset
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Handels et al [32] VR VR + 3D medical objects + CT or MRk
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Khanduja et al [33] VR VR simulator
  • Preoperative simulation and training

RCT
Bishop et al [34] VR Hip arthroscopy virtual simulator using ASSETl
  • Preoperative simulation and training

RCT
Bartlett et al [35] VR Hip arthroscopy simulator
  • Preoperative simulation and training

RCT
Fascio et al [36] VR VRRSm: wearable sensors
  • Postoperative rehabilitation

RCT
Zavala-González et al [37] VR Nintendo Wii game
  • Postoperative rehabilitation

RCT
Alexander et al [38] ARn AR environment + RGBDo camera
  • Preoperative simulation and training

RCT
Ogawa et al [39] AR A goniometer and AR-HIPp system
  • Intraoperative applications

RCT
Fotouhi et al [40] AR Two C-arm x-ray images + 3D AR visualization + real-time RGBD data overlay
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Logishetty et al [41] AR AR headsets with MicronTracker and HoloLens hardware
  • Preoperative simulation and training

RCT
Liu et al [42] AR AR-based navigation system + depth sensing + HoloLens
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Concept study
Befrui et al [43] AR C-arm + RGBD camera
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Wang et al [44] AR AR-based navigation system
  • Intraoperative applications

Pilot study
Chen et al [45] AR AR-SNSq + HMDr
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Concept study
Fornaro et al [46] AR Patient-specific bone model from preoperative CT scans + visuo-haptic feedback
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Shen et al [47] AR AR-aided implant design and contouring system
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
van Duren et al [48] AR A digital fluoroscopic imaging simulator using orthogonal cameras
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Concept study
García-Sevilla et al [49] AR PSIss system using a smartphone and the HoloLens 2
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Clinical trial
Postl et al [50] AR Navigation system and K-wires as guidance for the oscillating saw
  • Preoperative simulation and training

Cadaver study

aVR: virtual reality.

bCT: computed tomography.

cCAF: combined acetabular and femur.

dRCT: randomized controlled trial.

eN/A: not applicable.

fTHA: total hip arthroplasty.

gCAD: computer-aided design.

hSQ: standard quality.

iDHS: dynamic hip screw.

jCAOS: computer-assisted orthopedic training system.

kMR: magnetic resonance.

lASSET: arthroscopic surgery skill evaluation tool.

mVRRS: virtual reality rehabilitation system.

nAR: augmented reality.

oRGBD: red-green-blue-depth.

pAR-HIP: augmented reality hip.

qSNS: surgical navigation system.

rHMD: head-mounted display.

sPSI: patient-specific instrument.