A Novel Low-Cost Simulation Model for Point-of-Care Ultrasound Intussusception Practice

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Emergency Medicine
• Medical Simulation
• Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS)

Background:

• Pediatric intussusception is a common and serious condition requiring prompt diagnosis.
• Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is an accurate diagnostic tool for intussusception, expediting care.
• Emergency physicians require specific training to reliably diagnose intussusception via POCUS.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop a low-cost, accessible simulation model for training emergency physicians in POCUS diagnosis of pediatric intussusception.
• To address the infrequent encounter rate of intussusception, necessitating a reproducible training method.

Main Methods:

• Creation of a novel, low-cost simulation model using readily available components.
• Utilizing the model for training emergency physicians in recognizing intussusception on POCUS.

Main Results:

• The developed simulation model facilitates POCUS training for diagnosing pediatric intussusception.
• The model aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and timeliness in clinical practice.

Conclusions:

• A cost-effective simulation model is effective for training emergency physicians in POCUS for pediatric intussusception.
• Simulation-based training can enhance proficiency in diagnosing rare but critical pediatric conditions.