Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Using eye-tracking technology to improve perioperative management and education

Official title: The Application of Eye-Tracking Technology in Perioperative Management and Education: a Prospective Observational Study

Run by Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine · NCT06766539 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how eye-tracking technology can help improve training and performance for doctors during surgeries by comparing what experienced anesthesiologists and medical students focus on.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment300 (estimated)
SponsorSecond Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Hangzhou, Zhejiang)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 1, 2024
Main results expectedNovember 2025
Study endsDecember 2025
Registry record updatedJanuary 9, 2025
Trial IDNCT06766539 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study include anesthesiologists and medical students involved in perioperative management training.

Probably not a fit

Patients with ophthalmological conditions affecting eye movement function may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study explores the application of eye-tracking technology in the context of perioperative management and medical education. It aims to analyze how clinicians' attention is distributed during surgical procedures and training sessions, comparing the patterns of experienced anesthesiologists with those of medical students. By collecting eye-tracking data, such as fixation duration and heatmaps, the study seeks to identify correlations between attention distribution and operational performance, ultimately aiming to enhance teaching outcomes and workflow optimization.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved training methods for medical students and enhanced safety in perioperative procedures.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of eye-tracking technology in medical education is emerging, this specific application in perioperative management is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Anesthesiologists, including senior physicians and junior doctors.
* Medical students undergoing perioperative management training.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Individuals with ophthalmological conditions that affect eye movement function.
* Participants who fail to complete the full experimental protocol.

Where it's running

  • 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, China
    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.