Force feedback vessel ligation simulator in knot-tying proficiency training - 21/01/16
Abstract |
Background |
Tying gentle secure knots is an important skill. We have developed a force feedback simulator that measures force exerted during knot tying. This pilot study examines the benefits of this simulator in a deliberate practice curriculum.
Methods |
The simulator consists of silastic tubing with a force sensor. Knot quality was assessed using digital caliper measurement. Participants performed 10 vessel ligations as a pretest, then were shown force readings and tied knots until reaching proficiency targets. Average peak forces precurriculum and postcurriculum were compared using Student t test.
Results |
Participants exerted significantly less force after completing the curriculum (.61 N ± .22 vs 1.42 N ± .53, P < .001), and had fewer air knots (10% vs 27%). The curriculum was completed in an average of 19.4 ± 6.27 minutes and required an average of 11.7 ± 4.03 knots to reach proficiency.
Conclusions |
This study demonstrates the feasibility of real-time feedback in learning to tie delicate knots. The curriculum can be completed in a reasonable amount of time, and may also work as a warm-up exercise before a surgical case.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Vessel ligation, Simulation, Surgical training, Knot-tying, Force feedback, Curriculum
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| The authors declare no conflicts of interest. |
Vol 211 - N° 2
P. 411-415 - février 2016 Retour au numéro
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