Simulation as tool for evaluating and improving technical skills in laparoscopic gynecological surgery.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Simulation in laparoscopic surgery is nowadays recognized as a valid instrument for learning and training surgeons in different procedures. However, its role as evaluation test and self-assessment tool to verify basic surgical skills is still under discussion. METHODS:Thirty-three residents in obstetrics and gynecology at University of Pisa, Italy were recruited, and they received a simulation program consisting of 5 tasks. They had to perform basic laparoscopic surgery maneuvers as creating pneumoperitoneum, positioning trocars under vision, demonstrating the appropriate use of dominant and non-dominant hand and making single stitch and knot. They were evaluated with a modified OSATs scale. RESULTS:Senior trainees had better score than junior trainees (p value

SUBMITTER: Mannella P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6796391 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature