Evaluating the ORSIM ® simulator for assessment of anaesthetists’ skills in flexible bronchoscopy: aspects of validity and reliability

Abstract

Our results provide initial evidence on the validity and reliability of the ORSIM bronchoscopy simulator, supporting its potential value in training and assessment.

Difficult Airway Society guidelines for awake tracheal intubation (ATI) in adults

“…There are many strategies used for training in the technical aspects of ATI, including the use of manikins, simulators, cadavers and patients [59,[155][156][157][158][159][160][161]. All anaesthetists should seek every opportunity to attain and maintain skills in ATI and all departments should support this [1] (Grade C).…”

Development and Initial Evaluation of a Novel, Ultraportable, Virtual Reality Bronchoscopy Simulator: The Computer Airway Simulation System

“…16,17 Few validated virtual reality (VR) bronchoscopy simulators exist on the market. [18][19][20] All consist of a proxy bronchoscope and a robotic interface equipped with sensors that track the real-time motions of the bronchoscope and display them on a 3-dimensional airway model on a computer screen. Technical specificities vary between individual simulators, such as haptic and auditory feedback, a detailed objective assessment of the trainee's performance and skills, or various anatomical scenarios, for example.…”

The effect of virtual endoscopy on diagnostic accuracy and airway management strategies in patients with head and neck pathology: a prospective cohort study

“…Although there is an increasing evidence base for the use of virtual airway navigational tools for improvement of technical skills and physician training, [15][16][17] there is little reported on the clinical value for such use. Virtual endoscopy facilitates an anatomically accurate reproduction of endoscopic findings within the airway in a format that is easily interpreted by the anesthesiologist.…”