Implementation of a novel iPhone and Android application for educational and training purposes in prenatal and pelvic ultrasound

Purpose: Downloadable applications (apps) are becoming widespread across medical specialities. Recently, the advancement of smartphone technology has provided us with an excellent opportunity for the development of new apps, that may benefit education in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) globally. The aim of this study was to assess the usefulness of a novel ultrasound app, operating on Android and iPhone mobile platforms, among OB/GYN residents, participating in DEGUM courses. Material and methods: The app (You-Scan) was developed by Geektank Labs, using DICOM-stored ultrasound (US) sweeps, acquired during pre…