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Using head-mounted augmented and virtual reality devices for anaesthesia education: a scoping review

Head-mounted devices (HMDs) have been explored in anaesthesia education for their unique ability to have head-tracked immersive simulations adaptable to diverse clinical scenarios. This scoping review examines how HMD-based augmented or virtual reality enhances anaesthetic skill learning in clinicians, trainees, and students.

Citation:
Kuan MJ, Drake-Brockman TFE, von Ungern-Sternberg BS. Using head-mounted augmented and virtual reality devices for anaesthesia education: a scoping review. BJA Open. 2026;17. 

Keywords:
Anaesthesia; clinical education; head-mounted devices; skill development; teaching; virtual reality

Abstract:
Head-mounted devices (HMDs) have been explored in anaesthesia education for their unique ability to have head-tracked immersive simulations adaptable to diverse clinical scenarios. This scoping review examines how HMD-based augmented or virtual reality enhances anaesthetic skill learning in clinicians, trainees, and students.