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Assessment of an introductory cervicocerebral catheter angiography learning program: a pilot study
Y W Lui1, J M Farinhas, A M Basalely
1Department of Radiology, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York 10016, USA. yvonne.lui@nyumc.org
AJNR. American Journal of Neuroradiology
|January 28, 2012
Summary
A new interactive curriculum improved trainee knowledge in cervicocerebral angiography. This program enhanced procedural competency for fellows, showing significant knowledge gains.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Neuroradiology
- Interventional Radiology
Background:
- No standardized curriculum exists for cervicocerebral angiography training.
- Procedural competency in cervicocerebral angiography is crucial for trainees.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a simple learning program for cervicocerebral angiography.
- To supplement existing teaching methods for novice angiographers.
Main Methods:
- An 11-session interactive curriculum was developed for neuroradiology fellows.
- Trainee comfort levels and knowledge were assessed using Likert scales and pre/post-tests.
- Focus sessions gathered qualitative feedback on program strengths and weaknesses.
Main Results:
- Participants showed significant improvement in knowledge-based questions (49.4% to 78.7% correct).
- Initial comfort levels were low in areas like injection rates and catheter reformation.
- The program was perceived as highly useful by trainees (average 1.5/5).
Conclusions:
- A simple learning program effectively supplements cervicocerebral angiography training.
- The curriculum led to quantitative improvements in trainee knowledge.
- This adjunct program enhances procedural competency for fellows.
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