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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Ultrasound is a crucial bedside imaging tool requiring specialized training.
  • Current training methods using human models lack consistent availability of diverse pathological findings.
  • Developing realistic training models is essential for effective ultrasound education.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the creation of a novel urinary bladder test object for ultrasound training.
  • To evaluate the accuracy of the test object for bladder volume estimation.
  • To assess the image quality and educational utility of the developed training device.

Main Methods:

  • A urinary bladder test object was constructed.
  • Computed bladder volumes were compared against actual filling volumes across five devices.
  • Trainees completed a Likert-type questionnaire to evaluate image quality and teaching usefulness.

Main Results:

  • Computed bladder volume demonstrated a strong correlation with actual filling volume (R² = 0.9874, p < 0.001).
  • Trainees reported the ultrasound exploration as realistic.
  • The device was deemed useful for improving ultrasound image comprehension and skill acquisition.

Conclusions:

  • The created urinary bladder test object provides a realistic simulation for ultrasound training.
  • This training device enhances understanding of ultrasound images and develops practical skills.
  • The model offers reliable bladder volume estimation, contributing significantly to medical education.