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Table 1 Differences in performance between the pre-training and post-training on the written exam, self-expressed interest in diagnostic radiology, confidence in ability to perform CT-guided spine procedures, and number of needle readjustments required to achieve target location, as compared between the Control group and Training group

From: Efficacy of using a 3D printed lumbosacral spine phantom in improving trainee proficiency and confidence in CT-guided spine procedures

  Control Group Training Group
Pre-training Post-training   Pre-training Post-training  
Variable Mean ± SD Mean ± SD p Mean ± SD Mean ± SD p
Exam Score 1.8 ± 0.75 3 ± 0 0.004 2.3 ± 0.95 2.7 ± 0.5 0.31
Confidence in Ability 1.83 ± 2.0 5.8 ± 1.6 0.004 1 ± 0 6.1 ± 1.1 0.00001
Needle Adjustments 7.2 ± 1.5 x x 8.0 ± 1.3 5.4 ± 1.5 0.005