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VR boosts surgery skills for zambian doctors in breakthrough study

NCT ID NCT07403526

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Southern Methodist University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) training could help junior doctors in Zambia improve their skills for a life-saving surgery called postpartum hysterectomy. 33 doctors were randomly assigned to either a 9-day VR training program or standard training. The VR group showed much better improvement in surgical knowledge, confidence, and hands-on skills compared to the standard group.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

33 people

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Started

Sep 2021

Finished

Dec 2021

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:Participants were eligible for the study if they met the following criteria: 1. Junior-level Zambian physicians. 2. Recent graduates of the General Medical Officers (GMO) training program or first-year Obstetrics and Gynecology residents. 3. Within the first 18 months of their training at public hospitals in Lusaka, Zambia. 4. Actively involved in the clinical and surgical management of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). 5. Available for the full duration of the 9-day training period. 6. Provided verbal agreement to participate after being informed about the study objectives and procedures. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Previously completed formal postpartum hysterectomy training. 2. Had prior experience with virtual reality (VR)-based surgical training. 3. Unable to commit to the full 9-day training schedule. 4. Did not receive permission from clinical supervisors to participate. 5. Had a medical condition or visual impairment that prevented the use of VR equipment.

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Conditions

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Postpartum Hemorrhage

As listed by the trial registrant

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Hysterectomy (mesh NR: E04.950.300.399)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Teaching Hospital

    Lusaka, Zambia, Zambia

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