Catherization, Neonates and Preterm Infants, Simulator Training
Conditions
Brief summary
Currently, training for umbilical catheter placement in neonates is primarily focused on inserting the catheter into the umbilical vein. However, no models to date allow real-time ultrasound assessment of catheter tip navigation and final positioning during the procedure. This study introduces the first training simulator designed specifically to address this need, enabling operators to practice not only the insertion but also the ultrasonographic localization of the catheter tip during the placement process.
Interventions
DEVICEneonatal Umbilical Catheter Pathway Simulator
evaluate the quality of simulator
Sponsors
Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS
Study design
Allocation
NA
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Experts must have at least 3 years of experience in neonatal abdominal ultrasound or central line placement. Trainees must be medical residents in their 3rd year or beyond.
Exclusion criteria
* Less than 3 years of relevant experience for expert participants. Less than 3rd year of specialty training for trainee participants.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Neo Path | 12 months | Evaluation of the simulator's practicality through a user satisfaction questionnaire. |
Contacts
Primary ContactVito D'Andrea
Outcome results
None listed