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The operating microscope is the gold standard visualization tool in neurosurgery because of its illumination, stereoscopy, and magnification. Nevertheless, it causes ergonomic problems. The prototype of a 3D exoscope showed comparable features in visual field, stereoscopic impression, and magnification, with a clear benefit concerning the ergonomic possibilities.
Herlan et al. (Wed,) studied this question.