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Keramati H, Lu X, Cabanag M, Wu L, Kushwaha V, Beier S. Applications and advances of immersive technology in cardiology. Curr Probl Cardiol 2024; 49:102762. [PMID: 39067719 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpcardiol.2024.102762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2024] [Accepted: 07/23/2024] [Indexed: 07/30/2024]
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Different forms of immersive technology, such as Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR), are getting increasingly invested in medicine. Advances in head-mounted display technology, processing, and rendering power have demonstrated the increasing utility of immersive technology in medicine and the healthcare environment. There are a growing number of publications on using immersive technology in cardiology. We reviewed the articles published within the last decade that reported case studies or research that uses or investigates the application of immersive technology in the broad field of cardiology - from education to preoperative planning and intraoperative guidance. We summarized the advantages and disadvantages of using AR and VR for various application categories. Our review highlights the need for a robust assessment of the effectiveness of the methods and discusses the technical limitations that hinder the complete integration of AR and VR in cardiology, including cost-effectiveness and regulatory compliance. Despite the limitations and gaps that have inhibited us from benefiting from immersive technologies' full potential in cardiology settings to date, its promising, impactful future for standard cardiovascular care is undoubted.
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Affiliation(s)
- Hamed Keramati
- School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, The University of New South Wales, Sydney 2052, NSW, Australia.
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- Learning and Digital Environments, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education and Student Experience, The University of New South Wales, Sydney 2052, NSW, Australia
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- School of Art and Design, Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture, The University of New South Wales, Sydney 2052, NSW, Australia
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- School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, The University of New South Wales, Sydney 2052, NSW, Australia
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- Eastern Heart Clinic, Prince of Wales Hospital, Barker Street Randwick, NSW 2031, Australia; Faculty of Medicine, The University of New South Wales, Kensington, Sydney 2033, NSW, Australia
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- School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, The University of New South Wales, Sydney 2052, NSW, Australia
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Bjelovucic R, Bak J, Wolff J, Taneja P. Dental students' attitudes on cardiopulmonary resuscitation training via virtual reality: an exploratory study. Br Dent J 2023; 235:607-612. [PMID: 37891299 PMCID: PMC10611567 DOI: 10.1038/s41415-023-6388-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2023] [Revised: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023]
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Purpose Resuscitation guidelines have advocated the use of virtual learning as a form of pre-course e-learning. Virtual reality (VR) has been identified to provide a method of constructive learning with instant feedback. There are increasing publications of VR use in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training; however, there is a dearth from the dental profession. Therefore, the aim of this exploratory study was to investigate dental students' opinions in CPR training using VR.Methods In total, 120 dental students undertook both conventional (manikin) and VR CPR training in a cross-over design. The VR scenario was in a hospital setting. Following, students completed a questionnaire evaluating their experiences.Results The majority of students (n = 88) reported that this was the first time that they had utilised VR. The experience of using VR in CPR training was rated as very good. Most students felt that the inclusion of VR in CPR training created a better learning experience and had a high learning potential. However, the hospital setting was not entirely relevant.Conclusion Dental students recommended that VR CPR training should be used as an adjunct to conventional training in dental education, but the VR scenario would benefit being a virtual dental environment.
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- Ruza Bjelovucic
- PhD Student, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Pathology, Department of Dentistry and Oral Health, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Oral Surgeon, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Pathology, Department of Dentistry and Oral Health, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Professor and Head of Section, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Pathology, Department of Dentistry and Oral Health, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Assistant Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Pathology, Department of Dentistry and Oral Health, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark.
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Jin Y, Ren W, Liu J, Tang X, Shi X, Pan D, Hou L, Yang L. Identification and validation of potential hypoxia-related genes associated with coronary artery disease. Front Physiol 2023; 14:1181510. [PMID: 37637145 PMCID: PMC10447898 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2023.1181510] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023] Open
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Introduction: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is one of the most life-threatening cardiovascular emergencies with high mortality and morbidity. Increasing evidence has demonstrated that the degree of hypoxia is closely associated with the development and survival outcomes of CAD patients. However, the role of hypoxia in CAD has not been elucidated. Methods: Based on the GSE113079 microarray dataset and the hypoxia-associated gene collection, differential analysis, machine learning, and validation of the screened hub genes were carried out. Results: In this study, 54 differentially expressed hypoxia-related genes (DE-HRGs), and then 4 hub signature genes (ADM, PPFIA4, FAM162A, and TPBG) were identified based on microarray datasets GSE113079 which including of 93 CAD patients and 48 healthy controls and hypoxia-related gene set. Then, 4 hub genes were also validated in other three CAD related microarray datasets. Through GO and KEGG pathway enrichment analyses, we found three upregulated hub genes (ADM, PPFIA4, TPBG) were strongly correlated with differentially expressed metabolic genes and all the 4 hub genes were mainly enriched in many immune-related biological processes and pathways in CAD. Additionally, 10 immune cell types were found significantly different between the CAD and control groups, especially CD8 T cells, which were apparently essential in cardiovascular disease by immune cell infiltration analysis. Furthermore, we compared the expression of 4 hub genes in 15 cell subtypes in CAD coronary lesions and found that ADM, FAM162A and TPBG were all expressed at higher levels in endothelial cells by single-cell sequencing analysis. Discussion: The study identified four hypoxia genes associated with coronary heart disease. The findings provide more insights into the hypoxia landscape and, potentially, the therapeutic targets of CAD.
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- Yuqing Jin
- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Biochemistry Research Laboratory, School of Basic Medicine, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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Li Y, Xiong D, Xu L, Jin X. Attitudes and willingness toward out-of-hospital CPR and AED: A questionnaire study among Chinese middle school students. Heliyon 2023; 9:e15430. [PMID: 37101617 PMCID: PMC10123249 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e15430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2022] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/07/2023] [Indexed: 04/28/2023] Open
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Objectives This study's purpose was to assess the attitudes and willingness of middle school students to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and to use automated external defibrillator (AED) in emergencies, and to evaluate the overall effects of first aid training. Results Middle school students demonstrated a high willingness to learn CPR (95.87%) and AED (77.90%). However, the rate of CPR (9.87%) and AED (3.51%) training was relatively low. These trainings could improve their confidence while facing emergencies. Their main concerns were "Lack of first aid knowledge", "Lack of confidence in rescue skills" and "Fear of hurting the patient". Conclusions Chinese middle school students are willing to learn CPR and AED skills, but relative trainings are insufficient and should be reinforced.
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Affiliation(s)
- Yulin Li
- The Emergency Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, 169 East Lake Road, Wuchang District, 430071 Wuhan, Hubei Province, PR China
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- The Emergency Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, 169 East Lake Road, Wuchang District, 430071 Wuhan, Hubei Province, PR China
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- School Clinic, No.1 Middle School Attached to Central China Normal University, 430223 Wuhan, Hubei Province, PR China
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- The Emergency Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, 169 East Lake Road, Wuchang District, 430071 Wuhan, Hubei Province, PR China
- Corresponding author.
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