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. 2021 Mar 30;8:657901. doi: 10.3389/fsurg.2021.657901

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Visualization of intra-operative 3D-model planning (A–D). Surgical planning of screws positioning for lumbar spine fusion is shown (A), with 3D reconstructed model highlighting the screws' entry points (B). Surgeon wore smart glass during surgery (C,D) and, with augmented reality, was able to see the 3D model wherever He preferred into the space (E). The enhanced videoconference function with smart glasses' screen sharing allowed participants to see through the eyes of the surgeon and communicate with him (F).