Abstract
Introduction:
Computer-based simulation technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and 3D models have revolutionized the management of pediatric cardiovascular diseases and hold promise for improving the quality of medical education. This systematic review aimed to determine the use of computer-based simulation in pediatric cardiovascular disease.
Method
This systematic review was conducted in 2023. After searching the PubMed, Web of Science, Ovid, Scopus, Cochrane Library, IEEE Xplore, CINAHL, and ProQuest databases, 22 articles were identified according to the inclusion criteria, focusing on studies published up to December 2022. The quality of the articles and the risk of bias were assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool, the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) checklist, and the ROBINS-I tool.
Results
Virtual reality technology was used in 12 studies, augmented reality technology in five studies, and 3D modeling techniques in seven studies. Most studies aimed to investigate the impact of different simulation methods on the education of pediatric cardiovascular diseases, focusing on right ventricular diseases with two outlets (five studies) and the tetralogy of Fallot (four studies).
Conclusion
The results of the study showed that there is potential to increase diagnostic accuracy and surgical planning, improve medical education, and optimize resource use, particularly in the field of pediatric cardiovascular diseases, using computer-based simulation. However, it is recommended that the impact of the use of computer-based simulation technologies in pediatric cardiovascular diseases be investigated from various aspects in future research.