The Use of Augmented Reality (AR) or Virtual Reality (VR) to Enhance the Precision and Accuracy of Ultrasound-guided Medical Procedures
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 入组人数
- 100
- 试验地点
- 2
- 主要终点
- Post-operative pain scores
研究概览
简要总结
The study seeks to assess the efficacy of incorporating augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) technology into ultrasound-guided medical procedures such as regional anesthesia and line placement. By utilizing AR/VR devices, the investigators will improve the ergonomics when using ultrasound to guide procedures. The aims are to enhance visualization of anatomical structures and improve procedural accuracy for clinicians. The study aims to evaluate the feasibility, and effectiveness of integrating AR/VR technology into ultrasound-guided procedures, with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes.
详细描述
The investigators aim to learn several key insights from this study. Firstly, they hope to determine the extent to which augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) technology can enhance the precision and accuracy of ultrasound-guided medical procedures, such as regional anesthesia and line placement. This includes evaluating whether AR/VR visualization leads to improved needle placement and reduced complication rates.
Furthermore, the investigators aim to evaluate the usability and acceptance of AR/VR technology among clinicians, considering factors such as user experience, comfort, and integration with existing workflow processes.
The importance of this new knowledge lies in its potential to improve medical practice by leveraging cutting-edge technology to improve patient outcomes and expand access to quality healthcare globally. If AR/VR proves to be effective in enhancing procedural accuracy, it could lead to significant advancements in healthcare delivery, particularly in underserved communities and resource-limited settings by leveraging remote care. Additionally, insights gained from this study could inform the development of future AI assisted AR/VR applications in medicine, driving innovation and improving the standard of care across various medical specialties.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Na
- 干预模型
- Single Group
- 主要目的
- Diagnostic
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18 Years 至 —（Adult, Older Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •adult patients presenting for ultrasound-guided procedures, with ASA physical status I, II, or III.
排除标准
- •pregnancy
- •incarceration
结局指标
主要结局
Post-operative pain scores
时间窗: 12 hours after surgery
Trend pain scores on 11-point NRS scale (from 0 to 10) following the procedure
Procedure success rate (Primary Block)
时间窗: Document the block result pre-operatively (at least 30 min following block completion), or within one hour upon arriving to PACU
Document the block result in pre-op, if feasible, or PACU by testing sensory (cold spray) and motor function on all nerves covered by the block
Post-operative opioid consumption
时间窗: 12 hours after surgery
Morphine milligram equivalents (MME) will be measured post-operatively
次要结局
- Needle visualisation(Within 24 hours of block completion)
- Procedure duration(During the procedure)
- Clinician satisfaction(Within 24 hours of block completion)
- Needle pass/redirection(During the procedure)
研究者
Jean-Louis Horn
Professor of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine
Stanford University