Using virtual reality in lumbar puncture training improves students learning experience.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Lumbar puncture (LP) is a commonly performed medical procedure in a wide range of indications. Virtual reality (VR) provides a stimulating, safe and efficient learning environment. We report the design and the evaluation of a three dimensions (3D) video for LP training.

Methods

We recorded a stereoscopic 180-degrees 3D video from two LPs performed in clinical settings in Fernand Widal Lariboisière University Hospital, Paris, France. The video was administered to third-year medical students as well as to a residents and attendings group during LP simulation-based training sessions.

Results

On 168 participants (108 novice third-year medical students, and 60 residents and attendings with prior LP experience), satisfaction after video exposure was high (rated 4

SUBMITTER: Vrillon A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8981937 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature