CREATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF AN IMMERSIVE VIRTUAL TOOL IN COLORECTAL CANCER

Abstract

Colorectal cancer screening is essential for the prevention and effective treatment of this disease. Virtual Gut is a technology that allows users to virtually explore the inside of the gut, identifying polyps and early stages of cancer. Objective: In this article, we will discuss the creation and development of the technology, its benefits, and the implications for public health. Methods: Users use special glasses to view 3D images, allowing for detailed exploration. The system is based on real data from colonoscopies and MRIs, ensuring accuracy and realism. Results: An experiment tool, called "Intestúnel", was developed using 3D glasses, which allows exploring the interior of the large intestine through VR. In addition, health education using technology also has a positive impact on schools, medical schools, and communities. Conclusion: A virtual tool was developed and made available that allows visualization in three dimensions, making it possible to simulate the interior of a human large intestine in a detailed and realistic way. In the same light, by emphasizing its portion of the colon and rectum with the presence of polyps in various stages of cancer, the same applies to the understanding of colorectal cancer.