3D versus 2D views in spine surgery training
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares using a 3D view versus a traditional 2D view during simulated spine surgery. It will test which view helps surgeons perform better and is designed for neurosurgeons in training at St. Gallen Hospital.
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Who can take part
- You must be a neurosurgeon in training (resident or fellow) at the Cantonal Hospital of St. Gallen, Switzerland
- You must have completed basic training, including a beginner's course on using an endoscope
- You must be at least 18 years old
- You must not have lots of prior experience with 3D endoscopy (more than 5 cases on your own)
- You must not have vision or neurological problems that affect depth perception or hand control
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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