Virtual reality simulation in carotid stenting: a new paradigm for procedural training
Christopher U Cates
Correspondence Vascular Intervention, Emory University Hospital, Suite C–430, 1364 Clifton Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30322, USA
Email christopher_cates@emoryhealthcare.org
In recent years, virtual reality simulation has become recommended for training in complex endovascular procedures. Here, Christopher Cates discusses the benefits of this emerging paradigm in medical education, highlighting the applications of the state-of-the-art Vascular Interventional System Trainer (VIST®) for carotid artery stenting.
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