Using a novel virtual-reality simulator to assess performance in lumbar puncture: a validation study

Abstract Background A lumbar puncture procedure’s success depends on a competent physician minimizing the risk of failing to get a sample and avoiding complications such as post-dural headache. A new virtual-reality simulator might be helpful in deciding when a physician is competent to perform lumb...

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Main Authors: Sujun Xie, Søren Grimstrup, Leizl Joy Nayahangan, Zheng Wang, Xing Wan, Lars Konge
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-10-01
Series:BMC Medical Education
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-023-04806-z