Application of the Virtual Reality in the Teaching of Ultrasonography

doi:10.37015/AUDT.2023.230026

Abstract

Abstract:

This article discusses the potential benefits of using virtual reality (VR) technology in the teaching of ultrasonography. VR technology can provide an immersive learning experience, enabling students to interact with simulated environments and practice various tasks. Ultrasonography has the characteristics of convenient, rapid, real-time feedback, and dynamic, and is indispensable in practical clinical disease diagnosis applications. Combining VR and ultrasound technology can provide a unique and effective teaching method for medical students and medical professionals. This article mainly discusses the current situation, advantages, and challenges of virtual reality technology in the teaching of ultrasonography to ensure their successful implementation in an educational environment.

Key words: Ultrasonography; Education; Virtual reality technology

Zheng Zhang, MS, Li Liu, MD, Desheng Sun, MD, Dirong Zhang, MD, Fengbei Kong, MS, Yalin Wu, PhD, Yu Shi, MD. Application of the Virtual Reality in the Teaching of Ultrasonography. Advanced Ultrasound in Diagnosis and Therapy, 2023, 7(2): 193-196.

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