ReviewHeliyon2023
Simulation based training versus non-simulation based training in anesthesiology: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Review in Heliyon, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 13 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.
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13 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- The efficacy of simulation-based learning versus non-simulation-based learning in endocrinology education: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMC medical education · 2024Pooled it
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- Using head-mounted augmented and virtual reality devices for anaesthesia education: a scoping review.BJA open · 2026Review
- Artificial intelligence in anesthesiology education: transformative applications, challenges, and future perspectives.Frontiers in medicine · 2026Review
- High-fidelity simulation in healthcare education: Design and delivery considerations for optimising teaching and learning in higher education.British paramedic journal · 2025Article
- Simulation-based learning in orthopaedics:Journal of clinical orthopaedics and trauma · 2025Article
- Immersive Extended Reality (I-XR) in Medical and Nursing for Skill Competency and Knowledge Acquisition: A Systematic Review and Implications for Pedagogical Practices.Behavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- A comparative study of traditional high-fidelity (manikin-based) simulation and virtual high-fidelity simulations concerning their effectiveness and perception.Frontiers in medicine · 2025Article
- Evaluating Student Satisfaction and Self-Confidence in Simulation-Based Anesthesiology Training among Final-Year Medical Students.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Qualification rate and associated factors regarding COVID-19 clinical skills training based on scenario simulation teaching to medical staffs in China: a hospital-based cross-sectional study.BMC medical education · 2024Article
- An Indigenous Suction-assisted Laryngoscopy and Airway Decontamination Simulation System.Indian journal of critical care medicine : peer-reviewed, official publication of Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine · 2024Article
- Effectiveness of simulation-based clinical research curriculum for undergraduate medical students - a pre-post intervention study with external control.BMC medical education · 2024Article
- Role of simulation-based training in thoracic anaesthesia.Indian journal of anaesthesia · 2024Article
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Abstract
Background: Simulation based training (SBT) has become an important tool in medical education, yet a comprehensive review of its effect in anesthesiology is currently lacking. This study was aimed to compare the effect of SBT versus non-simulation based training (NSBT) in anesthesia education. Methods: Data were derived from PubMed, Ovid (EMBASE and MEDLINE), China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) and China Biology Medicine (CBM) from database inception up to June 2022. We included published randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that assessed the impact of Simulation-Based Training (SBT) on anesthesiology training and compared it to Non-Simulation-Based Training (NSBT). Results: 25 eligible studies were included, with a total sample size of 1621 medical students. SBT was associated with improved theoretical scores [mean difference (MD):5.28, 95%CI 3.06 to 7.49, P < 0.01] and skill scores (MD: 7.63, 95% CI 5.7 to 9.57, P < 0.01) in comparison with NSBT. And SBT significantly improved teaching effects, including success rate, analytic skill in clinical setting, learning interest, learn efficiency and satisfaction survey. Also, a dramatic promotion was observed in the evaluation of non-technical ability consisting of cooperative ability, problem solving ability and situational awareness after trainees with SBT. Conclusions: Simulation-based training is an effective method for improving theoretical scores, skill scores, teaching effects and non-technical ability. Yet, further good-quality RCTs are required to confirm these changes translate to improved patient outcomes. Furthermore, it is important to carefully consider the cost-benefit effect to conduct simulation-based in anesthesiology education.
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