Evaluation of Mixed Reality Technologies in Telemedicine-Assisted Childbirth Simulations

Mixed reality (MR) offers a unique blend of immersive experiences with real-world applications, positioning it as a transformative tool in medical education. This study evaluated the effectiveness of MR technologies, specifically HoloLens 2 and the Lucina Childbirth Simulator, in telemedicine-assist...

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Published in:Procedia computer science 2024, Vol.251, p.438-445
Main Authors: Vasquez-Cevallos, Leonel, Parpacen-Briones, Leticia, Del-Pino-Bazan, Fabian, Moran-Chaguay, Hermes, Diaz-Mora, Pryscilla, Zevallos, Juan Carlos, Estrada, Rebeca, Soto-Rodriguez, Paul E.D., Muñoz-Hernández, Susana, Herranz-Nieva, Ángel
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Language:English
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Childbirth Simulation
Educational Effectiveness
Medical Education
Mixed Reality (MR)
Telemedicine
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Summary:Mixed reality (MR) offers a unique blend of immersive experiences with real-world applications, positioning it as a transformative tool in medical education. This study evaluated the effectiveness of MR technologies, specifically HoloLens 2 and the Lucina Childbirth Simulator, in telemedicine-assisted childbirth simulations. A quasi-experimental design assessed user experience, educational effectiveness, and technology adoption, involving 17 medical students, two instructors, and two observers. Results demonstrated that MR significantly enhanced students' understanding of complex clinical concepts, with 80.95% finding it more effective than traditional methods and 71.43% willing to adopt MR for future training. However, challenges in user comfort and interface intuitiveness were identified, highlighting areas for improvement. The study concludes that further refinements are needed to fully maximize the impact of MR in medical training.
ISSN:1877-0509
1877-0509
DOI:10.1016/j.procs.2024.11.131