Eye Tracking Use in Surgical Research

This systematic review examined the use of eye tracking (ET) in surgical research, aiming to assess the quality of evidence, synthesize its applications in informing surgical practice, and provide recommendations for future studies. The review, following PRISMA guidelines, analyzed 111 studies from an initial pool of 7,614, identifying 11 applications of ET in surgery. The four most common applications were skill assessment (41%), visual attention assessment (22%), workload measurement (17%), and skills training (10%).

The review provided a comprehensive overview of how ET can be used to inform surgical practice, particularly in improving surgical education. It also identified three areas for improvement in future ET surgical studies. By offering this synthesis, the review aims to aid researchers in designing and conducting more effective ET studies in surgery. The findings highlight the diverse applications of ET technology in surgical settings and its potential to enhance various aspects of surgical practice and training.