Erschienen in:
01.04.2021 | Surgery (M Desai, Section Editor)
Innovations in Urologic Surgical Training
verfasst von:
Runzhuo Ma, Sharath Reddy, Erik B. Vanstrum, Andrew J. Hung
Erschienen in:
Current Urology Reports
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Ausgabe 4/2021
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Abstract
Purpose of Review
This review aims to summarize innovations in urologic surgical training in the past 5 years.
Recent Findings
Many assessment tools have been developed to objectively evaluate surgical skills and provide structured feedback to urologic trainees. A variety of simulation modalities (i.e., virtual/augmented reality, dry-lab, animal, and cadaver) have been utilized to facilitate the acquisition of surgical skills outside the high-stakes operating room environment. Three-dimensional printing has been used to create high-fidelity, immersive dry-lab models at a reasonable cost. Non-technical skills such as teamwork and decision-making have gained more attention. Structured surgical video review has been shown to improve surgical skills not only for trainees but also for qualified surgeons.
Summary
Research and development in urologic surgical training has been active in the past 5 years. Despite these advances, there is still an unfulfilled need for a standardized surgical training program covering both technical and non-technical skills.