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Assessing performance in brain tumor resection using a novel virtual reality simulator.

Nicholas Gélinas-Phaneuf1, Nusrat Choudhury, Ahmed R Al-Habib

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery and Neurology, Neurosurgical Simulation Research Center, Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital, McGill University, 4th floor, Montreal Neurological Hospital, 3801 University, Suite 438M, Montreal, QC, H3A 2B4, Canada, nicholas.g.phaneuf@gmail.com.

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This pilot study validates the NeuroTouch virtual reality simulator for neurosurgery training. The system demonstrated face, content, and construct validity, showing potential for improving surgical skills.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery Simulation
  • Virtual Reality in Medical Education
  • Surgical Skill Assessment

Background:

  • Formal adoption of neurosurgical simulators requires validation of usefulness and reliability.
  • While face and content validity are established for some simulators, construct validity remains challenging.
  • A pilot study was conducted to validate the NeuroTouch simulator for a specific neurosurgical training exercise.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a pilot validation study of the NeuroTouch virtual reality simulator for neurosurgical skill training.
  • To assess the face, content, and construct validity of a VR neurosurgical simulation exercise.
  • To evaluate the NeuroTouch system's utility and reliability for neurosurgical training curricula.

Main Methods:

  • Seventy-two participants (medical students, junior residents, senior residents) performed a simulated convexity meningioma resection.
  • Performance metrics included tissue removed, tool path length, force application, and aspirator efficiency.
  • Participant feedback was collected via questionnaires, and results were analyzed based on training level, gender, handedness, and gaming/music experience.

Main Results:

  • Statistically significant improvements in tumor removal and aspirator efficiency were observed between medical students and residents.
  • No significant differences were found between junior and senior residents.
  • After adjusting for prior surgical experience, the level of training was no longer a significant factor.
  • Participants found the exercise realistic and appropriate, expressing a desire for its integration into training programs.

Conclusions:

  • This pilot study successfully demonstrated face, content, and construct validity for the NeuroTouch tumor resection VR simulation.
  • This marks the first validation of construct validity for a VR neurosurgical simulation exercise.
  • Future research will involve larger studies in non-competitive environments with expert participants.