Single and Double Operator Techniques in Ultrasound-guided Peripheral Nerve Block Learning Curve
Comparison of Single and Double Operator Techniques in Ultrasound-guided Peripheral Nerve Block Learning Curve for Anesthesia Residency Training on a Gelatin-based Phantom Model: a Prospective Randomized Controlled Study
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October 1, 2020
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Brief Summary
Aim of this study is to compare learning curves of single(1- Jedi grip: Pappin and Christie/ 2- Bedforth/ 3- on lock: Gupta and Berrill) and double operator ultrasound-guided peripheric nerve block techniques on a home-made gelatin-based phantom model.
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Recruitment status
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Estimated enrollment
50 participants
Study completion date
October 1, 2020
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1 countries · 1 sites
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Study Timeline
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Study Start
July 1, 2020
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First Submitted
July 17, 2020
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First Posted
July 27, 2020
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Primary Completion
September 15, 2020
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Study Completion
October 1, 2020
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Time(sec) from start command to correct grip of the probe, needle and syringe for each technique
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(first session)
image quality1
provided image quality by resident for each technique which is assessed by investigator by four point Liker Scale( 1- much worse 2- worse 3- better 4- much better)
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(first session)
number of attempts1
number of attempts until correct needling to target area
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(first session)
resident control block needle and ultrasound probe and asistant operator inject the solution. resident reach the target area created in the phantom model using a block needle with ultrasound guidance
Other: reaching targeted area on the phantom model
Jedi Grip
ACTIVE COMPARATOR
resident control block needle, ultrasound probe and syringe independently with jedi grip; reach the target area created in the phantom model using a block needle with ultrasound guidance; inject and aspirate the solution.
Other: reaching targeted area on the phantom model
On-lock grip
ACTIVE COMPARATOR
Interventions
reaching targeted area on the phantom modelOther
resident reach the targeted area on the phantom model using ultrasoun guidance and independently or with asistance inject the solution
Bedforth alternative gripDouble Operator Ultrasound-Guided Regional AnesthesiaJedi GripOn-lock grip
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Eligibility Criteria
Age24 Years - 40 Years
Sexall
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsAdult (18-64)
You may qualify if:
\- To be a junior resident of anesthesiology(\< 2 years )
Pappin D, Christie I. The Jedi Grip: a novel technique for administering local anaesthetic in ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia. Anaesthesia. 2011 Sep;66(9):845. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2044.2011.06845.x. No abstract available.
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(first session)
success of injection1
successful if injected water flows from hose of model/ unsuccessful if solution do not flow
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(first session)
Time to correct grip2
Time(sec) from start command to correct grip of the probe, needle and syringe for each technique
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(second session)
Time to correct grip3
Time(sec) from start command to correct grip of the probe, needle and syringe for each technique
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(third session)
image quality2
provided image quality by resident for each technique which is assessed by investigator by four point Liker Scale( 1- much worse 2- worse 3- better 4- much better)
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(second session)
image quality3
provided image quality by resident for each technique which is assessed by investigator by four point Liker Scale( 1- much worse 2- worse 3- better 4- much better)
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(third session)
number of attempts2
number of attempts until correct needling to target area
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(second session)
number of attempts3
number of attempts until correct needling to target area
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(third session)
needling time 2
time to reach target area with block needle
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(second session)
needling time 3
time to reach target area with block needle
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(third session)
success of injection2
successful if injected water flows from hose of model/ unsuccessful if solution do not flow
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(second session)
success of injection3
successful if injected water flows from hose of model/ unsuccessful if solution do not flow
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(third session)
Secondary Outcomes (2)
NASA-TLX (NASA Task Load Index)
during implementation of procedure on phantom model(third session)
Assesment of education
during education of techniques
resident control block needle, ultrasound probe and syringe independently with on-lock grip; reach the target area created in the phantom model using a block needle with ultrasound guidance; inject the solution.
Other: reaching targeted area on the phantom model
Bedforth alternative grip
ACTIVE COMPARATOR
resident control block needle, ultrasound probe and syringe independently with bedforth's alternative grip; reach the target area created in the phantom model using a block needle with ultrasound guidance; inject the solution.
Other: reaching targeted area on the phantom model
Refusal of resident
Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.
Bedforth N, Townsley P, Maybin J, Eisenberg E. Single-handed ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia. Anaesthesia. 2011 Sep;66(9):846. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2044.2011.06864.x. No abstract available.
Guven Aytac B, Unal S, Aytac I. A randomized, controlled simulation study comparing single and double operator ultrasound-guided regional nerve block techniques using a gelatine-based home-made phantom. Medicine (Baltimore). 2022 Sep 2;101(35):e30368. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000030370.
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Study Completion
October 1, 2020
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Last Updated
July 27, 2020
Record last verified: 2020-07
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