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3D printed hearts could revolutionize how doctors learn Life-Saving procedures

NCT ID NCT06758141

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Fu Jen Catholic University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether 3D printed heart models help medical students, nurses, and residents learn complex heart procedures better than traditional slide presentations. Fifty participants were randomly assigned to train with either the 3D models or slides. The goal was to see if the models improve test scores on procedures like heart ablation and draining fluid around the heart.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better training tools for doctors learning heart procedures, potentially improving patient safety.
What could go wrong
This is a small educational study with 50 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It tests learning outcomes, not patient health benefits.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

50 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2025

Finished

Jan 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Medical student, nurse practitioner and Resident in Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital Exclusion Criteria: * Refused to participate in the study.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital, Fu Jen Catholic University

    New Taipei City, 24352, Taiwan

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