01964nas a2200205   4500000000100000008004100001260001900042653001600061653001400077653001300091653000700104100001400111700001800125245012100143856014200264300000800406490000700414520132300421022001401744       2026                            d  c03/2026bLepra10aDermatology10aDiagnosis10aTraining10aVR1 aYuniati R1 aHerlambang PM00aBridging the gap: a VR conceptual framework in dermatology for leprosy diagnosis training, based on a scoping review  uhttps://deleprastichting-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/e_williams_infontd_org/IQCQDpjdJt_NRoT8ubMMU1GRAe_eMZOx3pDlIYSpE5WP7o0?e=4ZYaP5  a1-90 v973 a<p><strong>Introduction</strong></p>

<p>Leprosy remains a major global health issue, with delayed diagnosis causing permanent disability. Many healthcare workers, particularly those in primary care, lack the skills required for early leprosy detection.</p>

<p><strong>Methods</strong></p>

<p>A scoping review was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines to examine virtual reality (VR) applications in dermatology from 2015 to 2025 and identify gaps in leprosy-specific training. Based on these findings, a conceptual framework for a VR-based leprosy diagnosis training application was developed.</p>

<p><strong>Results</strong></p>

<p>This review revealed a lack of comprehensive VR simulations for leprosy diagnosis. Emerging VR technologies include synthetic 3D lesion generation, AI-driven patient interactions, and haptic feedback. The proposed framework integrates these into three layers: Interface &amp; Interaction, Content &amp; Assets, and Pedagogy &amp; Ethics.</p>

<p><strong>Discussion</strong></p>

<p>This framework addresses critical gaps in leprosy diagnostic training by combining advanced VR features and effective pedagogical methods. Further development and validation of the prototype are needed to assess its real-world impact on early diagnosis and patient outcomes.</p>
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