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[Time required for training in colonoscopy. Prospective study of 362 consecutive tests]
F Devulder1, P Gallet, P Zeitoun
1Service d'Hépato-Gastroentérologie, Hôpital Robert Debré, Reims.
Gastroenterologie Clinique Et Biologique
|June 29, 1999
Summary
Training in colonoscopy increases procedural time by 24.4%. Assessing the cost associated with this extended duration is crucial for healthcare management and resource allocation.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Medical Education
- Surgical Procedures
Context:
- Colonoscopy is a vital diagnostic and therapeutic procedure.
- Training new endoscopists is essential for workforce development.
- Procedural efficiency is a key metric in healthcare delivery.
Purpose:
- To quantify the additional time required for colonoscopies involving trainees.
- To evaluate the impact of training on overall colonoscopy duration.
- To provide data for assessing the economic implications of endoscopy training.
Summary:
- Colonoscopies performed with trainees averaged 28 minutes, compared to 19 minutes for senior endoscopists alone.
- Involvement of trainees or assistants significantly increased procedure time.
- Overall, training increased the estimated time for colonoscopies by 24.4%.
Impact:
- Highlights the time cost associated with medical training programs.
- Informs resource planning and scheduling in endoscopy units.
- Emphasizes the need to balance training needs with operational efficiency.