Endovascular treatment simulation on Virtual Reality
Catheter Simulation Using Virtual Reality
You can simulate the procedure by importing polygon files created from pre-treatment CT scans, along with polygon files of the catheters and treatment instruments you plan to use, into the virtual space. This allows for free manipulation and observation within the simulation environment.
PCI
Guiding Catheter Simulation
You can perform various simulations related to guiding catheters, including addressing coronary artery anomalies, ensuring coaxial alignment with the coronary artery, and verifying the appropriate size of the guiding catheter.
Higami H, et al. A case report of virtual reality-guided percutaneous coronary intervention for anomalous origin of right artery coronary chronic total occlusion. Eur Heart J Case Rep. 2023 Oct 11;7(10):ytad507.
PCI after TAVI
Coronary Access Simulation
After the placement of a TAVI valve, the alignment of the coronary valve's commissures and the height of the Neo-Sinus in relation to the arteries can be evaluated. This allows for the simulation of the optimal access route and catheter shape for coronary artery access.
Shimura T, et al.. Appropriate assessment using virtual reality simulation for a novel reshaped curve sheath during percutaneous left atrial appendage closure: a follow-up case report. Eur Heart J Case Rep. 2023 Oct 9;7(11):ytad503.
LAAC (Left atrial appendage closure)
You can simulate the size of the device used for left atrial appendage closure, the type of sheath, and the puncture site on the atrial septum. This allows you to assess the difficulty of the procedure and anticipate the need for any modifications to the sheath's shape.
EVAR (side branch embolization simulation)
Simulation of Occlusion of the Lumbar Artery, Inferior Mesenteric Artery, and Sacral Artery
Before performing branch occlusion prior to EVAR (Endovascular Aneurysm Repair), you can choose the catheter approach from the left or right side, select the catheter shape, and visualize the catheter engagement process.
