Comparing augmented reality-assisted and freehand external ventricular drain placement: a multicenter randomized controlled crossover phantom study - Summary - MDSpire

Comparing augmented reality-assisted and freehand external ventricular drain placement: a multicenter randomized controlled crossover phantom study

  • By

  • Jesse A. M. van Doormaal

  • Elisa Colombo

  • Jasper M. van der Zee

  • Wouter D. Maathuis

  • Maarten Bot

  • Patrick O’Donnell

  • Bachtiar Burhani

  • Luca Regli

  • Pierre A. J. T. Robe

  • Eelco W. Hoving

  • Tristan P. C. van Doormaal

  • December 24, 2025

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Objective:

To assess the clinical efficacy of the AR-HMD system 'Lumi' for EVD placement compared to the conventional freehand technique in a simulated environment.

Key Findings:
  • AR-assisted EVD placement demonstrated improved accuracy compared to the freehand technique.
  • Participants reported a better user experience with the AR system.
  • Procedural time was measured and compared between both techniques, showing significant differences.
Interpretation:

The AR-HMD system 'Lumi' shows promise in enhancing EVD placement accuracy and user experience, potentially addressing the high misplacement rates associated with traditional methods, which could lead to improved patient outcomes.

Limitations:
  • Study conducted in a simulated environment, which may not fully replicate real clinical conditions, potentially affecting the generalizability of the findings.
  • Limited sample size and diversity of participant experience levels may impact the robustness of the results.
Conclusion:

The AR-HMD system 'Lumi' could significantly improve EVD placement outcomes, warranting further research and clinical trials for broader implementation.

Original Source(s)

Comparing augmented reality-assisted and freehand external ventricular drain placement: a multicenter randomized controlled crossover phantom study

  • by Jesse A. M. van Doormaal, Elisa Colombo, Jasper M. van der Zee, Wouter D. Maathuis, Maarten Bot, Patrick O’Donnell, Bachtiar Burhani, Luca Regli, Pierre A. J. T. Robe, Eelco W. Hoving, Tristan P. C. van Doormaal

  • December 24, 2025

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