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A Iwasaki¹, S Moriyama, T Shirakusa

¹Department of Thoracic Surgery, School of Medicine, Fukuoka University, Fukuoka, Japan. akinori@fukuoka-u.ac.jp

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A new simulator for video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) training has been developed. This VATS training model effectively prepares surgeons for procedures like VATS lobectomy, enhancing surgical skills.

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Medical Simulation
Thoracic Surgery Training

Background:

Limited availability of simulators for video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) training.
Development of a novel VATS training model for surgeons.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce and evaluate a new simulator for VATS training.
To assess the effectiveness of the simulator in preparing surgeons for VATS procedures.

Main Methods:

Simulator comprises a training module with disposable components: polyurethane lung, polyvinyl chloride bronchus, and artificial pulmonary vessels.
Components are connected to a pump for realistic simulation.
Video-assisted thoracic surgery procedures were recorded and assessed using a checklist.

Main Results:

The simulator was tested at multiple VATS seminars in Japan.
Participants reported the trainer was highly effective in preparing them for VATS lobectomy.
Dexterity scores from simulator use correlated with surgeons' real-world surgical experience.
The model effectively taught technical aspects of VATS.

Conclusions:

The developed VATS trainer has the potential to improve surgical skills among VATS surgeons nationally.
This unique training model offers a valuable tool for enhancing thoracic surgery proficiency.