Emergent Pericardiocentesis - XR Simulation
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Project Information
- Category: Medical XR Simulation
- Platform: XR Devices / PCVR
- Engine: Unreal Engine 5
- Languages: C++, Blueprint
- Company: MedVR Education
- Approval: American Heart Association (AHA)
- My Role: Senior Game Developer
- Project Date: November 2023
- Team Size: 6 members
Project Overview
Developed an AHA-approved XR medical training simulation for emergent pericardiocentesis procedures to treat cardiac tamponade. This immersive experience trains electrophysiologists and cardiology practitioners in performing this critical yet rare life-saving procedure with real-time performance assessment.
Key Features
- Complete procedural workflow from patient positioning to completion
- Needle insertion and wire advancement mechanics
- Dilator placement and site expansion
- Pigtail catheter aspiration system
- Intracardiac echocardiography (ICE) verification
- Interactive performance assessment with instant feedback
- Efficiency, precision, and time-to-completion tracking
My Contributions
- Developed procedural logic for all intervention steps
- Implemented XR interaction mechanics for precise instrument control
- Created live performance feedback system
- Built assessment algorithms for efficiency and accuracy
- Delivered high-fidelity, data-driven simulation experience