Validation of A 3D-printed simulator for training in endoscopic injection of bulking agent for vesicoureteral reflux: a pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Simulation-based training plays a significant role in surgical education, especially in minimally invasive pediatric surgery and urology. This study aimed to evaluate a novel 3D-printed model as training tool for endoscopic injection of bulking agent.

Methods

Forty-three attendees and ten teaching faculty members were invited to complete a post hoc questionnaire after completing training sessions using the Fish Tank Simulation Model (FTSM). The survey consisted of a 7-question 5-point Likert scale to assess the model's realism (face validity) and its effectiveness as training tool (content validity).

Results

Regarding the training status, 20/53 (37.7%) participants were fellow and/or specialist in pediatric surgery and 33/53 (62.3%) were surgeons in trainin

SUBMITTER: Escolino M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11362364 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature