Cadaveric Simulation Training Improves Residents' Knowledge and Confidence in Performing Fluoroscopic Guided Joint...

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Radiology
• Surgical Simulation

Background:

• Procedural competency in radiology is crucial and simulation training is encouraged.
• Fluoroscopic-guided joint injections are common procedures requiring specialized skills.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the effectiveness of a cadaveric simulation training session for radiology residents.
• To assess improvements in subjective technical ability, knowledge, and confidence in performing fluoroscopic-guided joint injections.

Main Methods:

• First-year radiology residents participated in a cadaveric musculoskeletal injection training session.
• The training included a didactic lecture and hands-on practice of hip and shoulder injections on cadavers.
• Pre- and post-session questionnaires using a 5-point Likert scale assessed knowledge and technical ability.

Main Results:

• 27 trainees participated over 5 years.
• Significant improvements (p < 0.0001) were observed in post-session scores for all knowledge and technical ability items.
• Participants rated the training facilities, content, and teaching quality highly.

Conclusions:

• Cadaveric simulation training effectively enhances radiology residents' knowledge and confidence in joint injections.
• The simulation improves subjective technical ability for these procedures.