Overview

For the first time, we have designed and developed a less costly, portable yet intuitive and simple novel system that integrates the benefits of virtual reality simulation in medical imaging and haptic force feedback for off-line ultrasound examination and for training radiology procedures.

Application

As a training tool, the proposed system allows to develop radiology expertise with minimum practice on live patients, or in places or at times when radiology devices or patients with rare cases may not be available.

As an examination system, the proposed system can be used as an off-line re-examination system for diagnosis purposes. It has the potential to be used for off-line re-examination of elderly patients (for tele-homecare purposes) or patients in remote areas.