Simulation training significantly improves the performance of novice students achieving the standard transesophageal echocardiography views.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is an important cardiovascular imaging modality, offering detailed images surpassing other techniques, including transthoracic echocardiography. TEE's efficacy relies on skilled physicians operating the probe. Adequate TEE training is often overlooked, leading to potential patient discomfort or harm during TEE examinations. TEE simulators address this gap, providing a safe environment for practitioners to enhance their skills.

Aims

Our study aims to assess the progress of TEE novices, namely medical students following a specific learning protocol with a TEE simulator, hypothesizing significant improvements in the time and movements required for simulated TEE views after training.

Methods

The study protocol encompassed

SUBMITTER: Siniarski A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11887252 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature