Impact of virtual reality anatomy training on ultrasound competency development: A randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

The use of Virtual Reality (VR) in health professions education has increased dramatically in recent years, yet there is limited evidence of its impact on educational outcomes. The purpose of the study was to assess the impact of VR anatomy instruction on the ultrasound competency of novice learners participating in a ultrasonography workshop.

Method

We designed a VR-enhanced ultrasonography training program and utilized a plane transection tool to interact with a three-dimensional (3D) VR model of the human body which facilitated the 3D conceptualization of the spatial relationship of anatomical structures, leading to faster and better development of ultrasonographic competency. This was a randomized control study which enrolled third-year medical students (n = 101)

SUBMITTER: Hu KC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7682883 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature