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LapTrain: multi-modality training curriculum for laparoscopic cholecystectomy—results of a randomized controlled trial

Authors: K. F. Kowalewski, C. R. Garrow, T. Proctor, A. A. Preukschas, M. Friedrich, P. C. Müller, H. G. Kenngott, L. Fischer, B. P. Müller-Stich, F. Nickel

Published in: Surgical Endoscopy | Issue 9/2018

Abstract

Background

Multiple training modalities for laparoscopy have different advantages, but little research has been conducted on the benefit of a training program that includes multiple different training methods compared to one method only. This study aimed to evaluate benefits of a combined multi-modality training program for surgical residents.

Methods

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) was performed on a porcine liver as the pre-test. Randomization was stratified for experience to the multi-modality Training group (12 h of training on Virtual Reality (VR) and box trainer) or Control group (no training). The post-test consisted of a VR LC and porcine LC. Performance was rated with the Global Operative Assessment of Laparoscopic Skills (GOALS) score by blinded experts.

Results

Training (n = 33) and Control (n = 31) were similar in the pre-test (GOALS: 13.7 ± 3.4 vs. 14.7 ± 2.6; p = 0.198; operation time 57.0 ± 18.1 vs. 63.4 ± 17.5 min; p = 0.191). In the post-test porcine LC, Training had improved GOALS scores (+ 2.84 ± 2.85 points, p < 0.001), while Control did not (+ 0.55 ± 2.34 points, p = 0.154). Operation time in the post-test was shorter for Training vs. Control (40.0 ± 17.0 vs. 55.0 ± 22.2 min; p = 0.012). Junior residents improved GOALS scores to the level of senior residents (pre-test: 13.7 ± 2.7 vs. 18.3 ± 2.9; p = 0.010; post-test: 15.5 ± 3.4 vs. 18.8 ± 3.8; p = 0.120) but senior residents remained faster (50.1 ± 20.6 vs. 25.0 ± 1.9 min; p < 0.001). No differences were found between groups on the post-test VR trainer.

Conclusions

Structured multi-modality training is beneficial for novices to improve basics and overcome the initial learning curve in laparoscopy as well as to decrease operation time for LCs in different stages of experience. Future studies should evaluate multi-modality training in comparison with single modalities.

Trial registration: German Clinical Trials Register DRKS00011040

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Title: LapTrain: multi-modality training curriculum for laparoscopic cholecystectomy—results of a randomized controlled trial
Authors: K. F. Kowalewski
C. R. Garrow
T. Proctor
A. A. Preukschas
M. Friedrich
P. C. Müller
H. G. Kenngott
L. Fischer
B. P. Müller-Stich
F. Nickel
Publication date: 01-09-2018
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Surgical Endoscopy / Issue 9/2018
Print ISSN: 0930-2794
Electronic ISSN: 1432-2218
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-018-6110-7

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LapTrain: multi-modality training curriculum for laparoscopic cholecystectomy—results of a randomized controlled trial

Abstract

Background

Methods

Results

Conclusions

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Background

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Results

Conclusions

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