The Apple Vision Pro is being used to help patients in a UK hospital visualize upcoming surgeries, expanding the headset’s use in medicine.
A patient view from the Apple Vision Pro in a pre-surgery consultation – Image credit: Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
A patient view from the Apple Vision Pro in a pre-surgery consultation – Image credit: Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
One of the problems with medical procedures is explaining what needs to be done to the patients, in a clear and understandable manner. To help some patients suspected of having endometriosis, the Apple Vision Pro is coming into play.
An app developed by Medical iSight is being used in the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London, UK, in preparation for surgery, reports BBC News. Patients wear an Apple Vision Pro, and are shown an AR model in pre-surgical consultations.