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5 minutes of StarFox may sharpen surgeons' scoping skills

NCT ID NCT07649447

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: William Shanahan Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This pilot study tests whether a 5-minute video game session (StarFox Zero on Wii-U) can improve endoscopy performance in a simulated setting. Fifteen gastroenterology or surgical clinicians will either rest or play the game before a practice endoscopy on a model. The goal is to see if a brief, fun warm-up boosts tool handling and scope control.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Video game warm-up (StarFox Zero on Wii-U)
What this could lead to
If effective, a short video game session could become a simple, low-cost way to sharpen procedural skills before real endoscopies.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (15 people) using a simulated model, so results may not apply to real procedures or to all clinicians.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 15 people

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Expected to start

May 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Nov 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Gastroenterology or general surgical clinician at University Hospital Galway. * Minimum of 50 gastroscopies performed in career to date. Exclusion Criteria: * Performed endoscopy on the day of study prior to assessment.

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