Virtual cardiac models as a teaching tool for cardiac morphology.

IF 0.9 4区 医学 Q4 CARDIAC & CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEMS Cardiology in the Young Pub Date : 2025-03-20 DOI:10.1017/S1047951125000071
Shelby Scola, Ryan Moore, Jeffrey Cimprich, Matthew Nelson, Albert Chen, Meryl Cohen, Jill Savla, Lindsay Rogers
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Abstract

Background: Understanding complex three-dimensional cardiac structures is the key to knowing CHD. Many learners have limited access to cadaveric specimens, and most alternative teaching modalities are two-dimensional. Therefore, we have developed virtual cardiac models using photogrammetry of actual heart specimens to address this educational need.

Methods: A descriptive study was conducted at a single institution during a week-long cardiac morphology conference in October 2022 and 2023. Conference attendees viewed virtual cardiac models via laptop screen and virtual reality headset. Learners were surveyed on their opinions of the virtual models and their perceived effectiveness compared to existing educational materials.

Results: Forty-six learners completed the survey. Participants reported the virtual cardiac models to be more effective than textbook diagrams (60%), and equally or more effective compared to didactic teaching (78%) and specimen videos (78%). Approximately half of participants (54%) found the virtual models to be less effective than hands-on cadaveric specimen inspection. Attitudes towards the virtual specimens were overall positive with most responders finding the tool engaging (87%) and enjoyable (85%). A majority reported that the models deepened their understanding of cardiac morphology (79%) and that they would recommend them to other trainees (87%).

Conclusions: This study demonstrates that a novel teaching tool, virtual cardiac specimens, is equivalent to or more effective than many current materials for learning cardiac morphology. While they may not replace direct cadaveric specimen review, virtual models are an engaging alternative with the ability to reach a wider audience.

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Cardiology in the Young
Cardiology in the Young 医学-小儿科
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期刊介绍: Cardiology in the Young is devoted to cardiovascular issues affecting the young, and the older patient suffering the sequels of congenital heart disease, or other cardiac diseases acquired in childhood. The journal serves the interests of all professionals concerned with these topics. By design, the journal is international and multidisciplinary in its approach, and members of the editorial board take an active role in the its mission, helping to make it the essential journal in paediatric cardiology. All aspects of paediatric cardiology are covered within the journal. The content includes original articles, brief reports, editorials, reviews, and papers devoted to continuing professional development.
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