How to report multiple outcome metrics in virtual reality simulation

Summary Background Virtual reality (VR) simulation is increasingly used in surgical disciplines. Since VR simulators measure multiple outcomes, standardized reporting is needed. Methods We present an algorithm for combining multiple VR outcomes into dimension summary measures, which are then integra...

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Published in:European surgery 2015-08, Vol.47 (4), p.202-205
Main Authors: Rosenthal, R., von Websky, M.W., Hoffmann, H., Vitz, M., Hahnloser, D., Bucher, H.C., Schäfer, J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abdominal Surgery
Cardiac Surgery
General Surgery
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Short Communication
Surgery
Vascular Surgery
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Summary:Summary Background Virtual reality (VR) simulation is increasingly used in surgical disciplines. Since VR simulators measure multiple outcomes, standardized reporting is needed. Methods We present an algorithm for combining multiple VR outcomes into dimension summary measures, which are then integrated into a meaningful total score. We reanalyzed the data of two VR studies applying the algorithm. Results The proposed algorithm was successfully applied to both VR studies. Conclusions The algorithm contributes to standardized and transparent reporting in VR-related research.
ISSN:1682-8631
1682-4016
DOI:10.1007/s10353-015-0327-7