Assessing effectiveness of ABCDE Framework for teaching condylar fracture reduction in dental education: a mixed methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Managing displaced proximal segments in mandibular condylar fractures remains challenging due to complex anatomy and limited surgical visibility. Conventional teaching methods in oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) often inadequately address these challenges. This study evaluates the effectiveness of a novel ABCDE educational framework, based on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), in enhancing surgical training by improving procedural understanding, technical skill acquisition, and trainee confidence in managing these fractures.

Methods

The ABCDE framework includes Assessment, Briefing, Collaborative learning, Demonstration, and Evaluation phases. Participants were 39 dental residents (Grades 1-3) enrolled in a 4-month OMFS rotation as part of their clinical

SUBMITTER: Pang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12312604 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature