Vacuum 5‐step technique versus OdonAssist : Which is easier to learn for professionals without experience in assisted vaginal births? A simulation study

Key Points

• OdonAssist was easier to learn, requiring fewer repetitions than the vacuum technique, indicating better adaptability for trainees.
• Both techniques can be effectively taught through simulation-based methods, reinforcing the importance of practical training in obstetrics.
• Professionals without experience showed a distinct preference for OdonAssist, highlighting its potential for wider use in underutilized assisted vaginal births.
• The study underscores the necessity of efficient training tools in promoting safe delivery practices, especially where AVB is less common.