SDMS CME Credit – Augmented Reality and Ultrasonography-Guided Needle Placement: Feasibility and Accuracy in a Phantom Model

Describe the feasibility and accuracy outcomes of augmented reality (AR) ultrasonography-guided needle placement compared with conventional sonography.

Identify the components and workflow of the AR ultrasonography system using the Apple Vision Pro (AVP) headset.

Discuss the advantages, limitations, and potential clinical applications of AR ultrasonography guidance according to the study findings.

1. What was the primary outcome used to evaluate performance in the study?

A. Accuracy defined as hits per total needle attempts

B. Time required to complete each needle placement

C. Number of needle redirections

D. Participant satisfaction scores

2. Which equipment combination was used for the augmented reality (AR) ultrasonography system?

A. Aplio i900 ultrasound system with a standard monitor

B. Foresee-X Smart Surgical Glasses with Doppler ultrasound

C. HoloLens headset with a curvilinear transducer

D. Clarius L15 HD linear transducer streamed to an Apple Vision Pro headset

3. What was a reported advantage of AR ultrasound guidance in this study?

A. Increased need for gaze shifts away from the procedural field

B. Improved hand-eye coordination and image stability

C. Reduced ability to position the display

D. Decreased operator confidence

4. Which limitation of the AR system was identified by participants?

A. Excessive image brightness

B. Inability to detect small targets

C. Limited visualization clarity and headset discomfort

D. Lack of wireless connectivity

5. According to the article, what is a potential clinical benefit of AR ultrasonography guidance?

A. Enhancing procedures in environments with limited space for screen placement

B. Eliminating the need for ultrasound equipment

C. Replacing all conventional sonography systems

D. Reducing the need for operator training