See What’s Possible in Life Sciences Packaging @ PACK EXPO International
2,600 exhibitors. 150+ free educational sessions. See packaging solutions for life sciences & more @ PACK EXPO International, Oct 18-21 in Chicago
REGISTER NOW & SAVE

Create a free Healthcare Packaging account to continue reading

FDA Approves Surgical Augmented Reality

Microsoft’s HoloLens augmented reality system projects 2D, 3D, and 4D images onto a patient’s body to help physicians plan surgery.

Medical Augmented Reality / Image: Novarad
Medical Augmented Reality / Image: Novarad

A recent HealthImaging article noted the FDA’s approval of Microsoft’s augmented reality system for use in pre-operative surgical planning. OpenSight uses a Microsoft HoloLens headset to allow physicians to view 3D images in augmented reality as well as the actual patient and their real-world surroundings. Use of the technology should decrease operation duration and improve surgical planning.

See What’s Possible in Life Sciences Packaging at PACK EXPO International
Explore new machinery & materials from 2,600 exhibitors. Gain insights from 150+ free educational sessions. Find solutions to tackle the toughest challenges—for life sciences & beyond—at North America’s largest packaging & processing event.
REGISTER NOW & SAVE
See What’s Possible in Life Sciences Packaging at PACK EXPO International
Fresh from the show floor: pharma packaging innovations for 2026
Serialization mandates. Containment demands. Sterile barrier requirements. Our editors found the pharma packaging innovations addressing your biggest challenges at PACK EXPO Las Vegas. Get your free curated report now.
GET YOUR COPY
Fresh from the show floor: pharma packaging innovations for 2026