Teaching medical students how to perform simple skin sutures
Comparison of Methods for Teaching Simple Skin Sutures to Medical Students: a Randomized Blinded Controlled Study
This study is testing different ways to teach medical students how to do simple skin stitches to see which method helps them learn best.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Clermont-Ferrand) |
| Trial ID | NCT06037616 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate different teaching methods for skin suturing among medical students at the University Hospital of Clermont-Ferrand. Students will receive a teaching package two weeks prior to a simulation session, where they will practice suturing techniques. The quality of their sutures will be assessed through recorded videos, which will be evaluated by blinded experts. Additionally, students will complete questionnaires to assess their knowledge, confidence, satisfaction, and mental load after the simulation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are medical students enrolled at the faculty of Clermont-Ferrand.
Not a fit: Patients who are not medical students or those who refuse to participate will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the teaching methods for surgical skills, leading to better-prepared medical professionals.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on the effectiveness of various teaching methods for suturing, this study aims to fill a gap in the educational literature, making it a novel approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Medical student of the faculty of Clermont-Ferrand Exclusion Criteria: * Refusal to participate
Where this trial is running
Clermont-Ferrand
- CHU de Clermont-Ferrand — Clermont-Ferrand, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Alexandre Lautrette — CHU de Clermont-Ferrand
- Study coordinator: Lise Laclautre
- Email: drci@chu-clermontferrand.fr
- Phone: 04 73 75 11 95
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.