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Official title The Impact of Immersive Virtual Reality Training in Thyroid Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06917755
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Up to this date, there have been no reports on virtual reality (VR) training in thyroid surgery. The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of VR training in residents' education.
- This is a blinded study.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Adults. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Residents of the 2nd Surgical Department of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
- Residents who have completed their 1st year of training programm.
You likely can't join if
- Disagreement of participants' randomisation
- Prolonged surgical time of completion
- Participant's experience beyond the included limits
- Participants who are completely incapable of using VR devices or have specific helath restrictions of using these
- Patients with complex thyroid disease such as recurrent disease, concominant primary hyperparathyroidism, lymph node disease or metastasis, Graves...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Thessaloniki, Greece
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, not specified. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Thessaloniki, Greece. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.