Tele-education in Ultrasound Training

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Education, Medical, Continuing; Telemedicine; Ultrasonography

• Registration Number: NCT06171828
• Lead Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center

Brief Summary

The study aims to assess the impact of remote guidance in ultrasound training for medical professionals new to abdominal ultrasound. It involves 40 participants, divided into two groups of 20 each - a self-study group and a remote learning group. Participants include licensed doctors with no prior training in abdominal ultrasound, who are over 18 years old and have consented to participate.

Detailed Description

The study's design includes pre-surveys, random assignment, ultrasound training through educational videos, and distinct practice methods for each group - one with remote guidance and the other with traditional, in-person assistance. The effectiveness of training will be evaluated based on scores from evaluation forms, time taken for ultrasound imaging, frequency of requesting help, and surveys (NASA-Task Load Index, System Usability Scale, and a Self-confidence pre/post survey). Statistical analysis will be conducted using R software, employing tests such as the student t-test or Wilcoxon rank sum test.

This research is anticipated to provide valuable insights into the efficacy of remote guidance in ultrasound education, potentially influencing future medical training methodologies.

Study Timeline

• Status Verified: 2023-11
• Study Start: 2023-11-15
• Study First Submitted: 2023-11-15
• Study First Submitted QC: 2023-12-06
• Primary Completion: 2023-12-14
• Study Completion: 2023-12-14
• Study First Posted: 2023-12-15
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-01-01
• Last Update Posted: 2025-01-03

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 40

Inclusion Criteria

• Licensed doctor
• Participants who didn't receive prior training in abdominal ultrasound
• > 18 years old

Exclusion Criteria

• Individuals who do not agree to participate in the study

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Ultrasound Skill Evaluation Scale	During the education session, approximately 30 minutes	The composite scores from the evaluation forms will serve as the primary measure of effectiveness. These scores will be based on a standardized evaluation scale titled "Ultrasound Skill Evaluation Scale", which ranges from 0 to 90 points, where higher scores indicate better performance. Scores will be analyzed and compared using statistical tests such as the Student's t-test or the Wilcoxon rank-sum test to evaluate skill acquisition differences between groups.

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Ultrasound Imaging Duration	During the education session, approximately 30 minutes	The time taken by participants from the moment they pick up the probe to begin the first image until they press the 'End Exam' button to save the final ultrasound image will be recorded and analyzed. This measure assesses efficiency and speed of learning, with comparison between groups using the Student's t-test or Wilcoxon rank-sum test.
Number of Assistance Requests	During the education session, approximately 30 minutes	The frequency with which participants request help from the supervisor will also be tracked. This measure will help to understand the level of independence and confidence during the ultrasound procedure, as well as to determine if the time taken for the task is affected by these requests.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Samsung Medical Center; 🇰🇷 Seoul, Korea, Republic of