Holographic training may sharpen surgeon skills better than Old-School simulators

NCT ID NCT07648056

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Universidade da Coruña Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether a mixed reality simulator—which uses holographic images—teaches arthroscopic surgery skills better than a traditional physical model with a video screen. Medical students and junior residents with no prior arthroscopy experience will train on one of the two simulators over three sessions. Their skills will then be tested on a real anatomical knee task, with performance scored by blinded experts. The goal is to see which training method leads to better surgical technique.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If mixed reality training proves more effective, it could become a new standard for surgical education, potentially improving patient outcomes.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 25 participants, so results may not generalize. The technology may not translate to better real-world surgical performance.

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CLINICAL COMPETENCE SURGICAL EDUCATION

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Locations

Experimental Surgery Unit, ICBAS - School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Porto

Porto, Portugal

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