A new low-cost webcam-based laparoscopic training model [Intérêt et performances d'un pelvitrainer portable pour l'entra?nement à la laparoscopie]

摘要

Objectives: To validate a new laparoscopy home training model (GYN Trainer?) in order to practise and learn basic laparoscopic surgery. Patients and method: Ten junior surgical residents and six experienced operators were timed and assessed during six laparoscopic exercises performed on the home training model. Results: Acquisition of skill was 35%. All the novices significantly improved performance in surgical skills despite an 8% partial loss of acquisition between two training sessions. Qualitative evaluation of the system was good (3.8/5). Discussion and conclusion: This low-cost personal laparoscopic model seems to be a useful tool to assist surgical novices in learning basic laparoscopic skills.