Evaluation of hands-on clinical exam performance using marker-less video tracking

David P. Azari, Carla M. Pugh, Shlomi Laufer, Elaine Cohen, Calvin Kwan, Chia Hsiung Chen, Thomas Y. Yen, Yu Hen Hu, Rebecca D. Ray, Robert G. Radwin

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Abstract

This study investigates the potential of using marker-less video tracking for evaluating hands-on clinical skills. Experienced family practitioners attending a national conference were recruited and asked to conduct a breast examination on a simulator that presents different clinical pathologies. Videos were taken of the clinician's hands during the exam. Video processing software for tracking and quantifying hand motion kinematics was used. Videos were divided into two segments: a general search segment and a mass exploration segment. The general exploration segments exhibited motion patterns which included 72% faster movement and 73% higher acceleration across clinical pathologies. The most complex pathology exhibited 14% greater displacement for pressing/rubbing than for general exploration. Marker-less video kinematic tracking shows promise in discriminating between different examination procedures, clinicians, and pathologies.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2014 International Annual Meeting of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, HFES 2014
Pages793-797
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9780945289456
DOIs
StatePublished - 2014
Externally publishedYes
Event58th International Annual Meeting of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, HFES 2014 - Chicago, United States
Duration: 27 Oct 201431 Oct 2014

Publication series

NameProceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
Volume2014-January

Conference

Conference58th International Annual Meeting of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, HFES 2014
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityChicago
Period27/10/1431/10/14

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Human Factors and Ergonomics

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