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Endosurgery workshop to improve the confidence of novice pediatric surgeons in performing laparoscopic hepaticojejunostomy.
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Pediatric Surgery International . 1/31/2024, Vol. 40 Issue 1, p1-6. 6p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Purpose: This study assessed the efficacy of a high-impact, short-term workshop in honing the laparoscopic hepaticojejunostomy technical skills and self-confidence of novice pediatric surgeons, focusing on vertical needle driving and knot tying. Methods: Lectures, hands-on sessions, pre- and post-workshop evaluations, and training using porcine models were conducted to refine basic and advanced skills. The "hepaticojejunostomy simulator" was used for comparative analysis of precision in pre- and post-workshop vertical needle driving and knot tying. Participants self-evaluated their skills and confidence on a 5-point scale. Results: After the workshop, eight inexperienced pediatric surgeons demonstrated a significant improvement in hepaticojejunostomy suturing task completion rates and needle-driving precision at the jejunum and hepatic duct. However, the A-Lap Mini Endoscopic Surgery Skill Assessment System indicated no significant improvements in most assessed parameters, except for the full-layer closure score (p = 0.03). However, a significant increase in participants' confidence levels in performing laparoscopic hepaticojejunostomy was observed. Conclusion: The workshop augmented technical proficiency and confidence in young pediatric surgeons. The combination of lectures, practical exposure, and model training is an effective educational strategy in pediatric surgical instruction. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 01790358
- Volume :
- 40
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Pediatric Surgery International
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 175162684
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00383-024-05631-1