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NCT Number: NCT05143606

3D Printed Model Simulator or Virtual Reality Software for Training Fiberoptic Intubation Skill

Fiberoptic-assisted intubation is an advanced skill that requires learners' practice as well as clinical experience during the anesthesiology residency training period. Current training methods including airway simulators and virtual reality software are used by medical schools worldwide.

The objective of this study is to compare the learner's fiberoptic intubation performance between training with a 3D-printed simulator and a virtual reality software.

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Key information

Conditions

Intubation, Endotracheal

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Siriraj Hospital

Bangkok, 10700, Thailand

About this study

Fiberoptic-assisted intubation (FOI) is an essential skill of an anesthesiologist. It requires comprehensive knowledge of the airway anatomy and the proper and skillful use of a fiberoptic bronchoscope.

Fiberoptic-assisted intubations are usually performed in emergency situations and during difficult airway patient encounters. These situations are not ideal for learners to properly practice the skill.

The process of acquiring FOI skills includes teaching by experienced instructors, self-practice using commercially-available airway simulators, and practicing on virtual reality software.

The airway simulators and virtual reality software have their advantages and disadvantages.

In this randomized study, the investigators will compare the fiberoptic intubation skill among anesthesiology residents after self-training on a custom-made 3D simulator and self-training on a virtual reality software.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Second-year anesthesiology resident

Exclusion criteria

  • Refuse to participate

Treatment and study plan

3D-printed airway simulator

Other

Two self-directed training on a standard fiberoptic bronchoscope and a custom-made 3D airway simulator.

virtual reality software, AirwayEx

Other

Two self-directed training on AirwayEx. With additional training as necessary.

Primary outcomes

  1. Global rating scale score for fiberoptic intubation performance (GRS scale)

    Time frame: 1 week after self-directed practice session

    The 5-point rating scale assessing multiple aspects of fiberoptic intubation performance.

    The assessment includes, on the scale of 1 (minimum score) to 5 (maximum score), the following;

    • Control
    • Progression
    • Orientation
    • Views and collision
    • Accuracy

Secondary outcomes

  1. Time to successful intubation

    Time frame: 1 week after self-directed practice session

    The duration measured from the passing of the fiberoptic bronchoscope through the nasal opening and the time of successful intubation (defined as the passing of the endotracheal tube into the trachea above the carina).

    The measured duration is reported as seconds.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Mahidol University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Fiberoptic Intubation Skill Performance After Self-directed Training Among Anesthesiology Residents: A Randomized Comparison of a 3D-printed Model Simulator and a Virtual Reality Software

Important dates

Study start
2022
Primary completion
2022
Study completion
2022
First posted
Dec 3, 2021
Registry last updated
May 13, 2022

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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