Evaluating virtual reality anatomy training for novice anesthesiologists in performing ultrasound-guided brachial plexus blocks: a pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Developing proficiency in ultrasound-guided nerve block (UGNB) demands an intricate understanding of cross-sectional anatomy as well as spatial reasoning, which is a big challenge for beginners. The aim of this pilot study was to evaluate the feasibility of virtual reality (VR)-facilitated anatomy education in the first performance of ultrasound-guided interscalene brachial plexus blockade among novice anesthesiologists. We carried out pilot testing of this hypothesis using a prospective, single blind, randomized controlled trial.

Methods

Twenty-one anesthesia trainees with no prior ultrasonography or nerve block training were included in this study. All participants underwent a training program encompassing theory and hands-on practice. Trainees were randomized i

SUBMITTER: Li X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11667880 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature