Training on an inexpensive tablet-based device is equally effective as on a standard laparoscopic box trainer: A randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The aim of the study was to assess whether an inexpensive tablet-based box trainer (TBT) is at least equally effective compared with a standard box trainer (SBT) to learn basic laparoscopic skills (BLS). BLS training outside the operating room has been shown to be beneficial for surgical residency. However, simulation trainers are expensive and are not consistently available in all training centers. Therefore, TBT and other homemade box trainers were developed.

Methods

Medical students were randomized to either a TBT or an SBT and trained 4 fundamentals of laparoscopic surgery (FLS) tasks for 1 hour twice a week for 4 weeks. A baseline test before the training period and a posttraining test were performed. All students then completed a questionnaire to assess thei

SUBMITTER: Montanari E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5265906 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature