VR training could match High-Tech mannequins for emergency drills

NCT ID NCT07584863

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can train new doctors as well as high-fidelity mannequins for handling emergencies like severe allergic reactions and low oxygen levels. 124 medical interns will be randomly assigned to either VR or mannequin training, then tested on their performance. The goal is to see if VR is a viable, more flexible alternative for emergency education.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Virtual reality (VR) simulation training

What this could lead to

If VR training proves as effective as high-fidelity simulation, it could offer a more accessible and cost-effective way to train doctors in emergency skills.

What could go wrong

This is an educational study, not a treatment trial. The results may not translate to real-world patient outcomes, and VR may not fully replace hands-on training.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anaphylaxis Hypoxia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Seoul National University Hospital

    Seoul, Seoul, 03080, South Korea