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Yuko Komesu¹, Rebecca Urwitz-Lane, Begum Ozel

¹University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Albuquerque, NM.

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Mental imagery training significantly improved surgical performance scores for novice cystoscopy residents. This preparation method was rated as more helpful, enhancing resident confidence and skill acquisition.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Surgical Training
Cognitive Psychology

Background:

Cystoscopy is a common urological procedure requiring significant technical skill.
Novice residents often struggle to achieve proficiency, necessitating effective training methods.
Mental imagery is a cognitive technique with potential applications in skill acquisition.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the impact of preoperative mental imagery on surgical performance in novice cystoscopy residents.
To compare the effectiveness of mental imagery versus traditional reading material for surgical preparation.

Main Methods:

A multicenter randomized controlled trial was conducted.
Residents with limited cystoscopy experience (< or = 3 procedures) were randomized to mental imagery or a control group (reading).
Surgical performance scores, operative times, and resident-reported helpfulness were assessed.

Main Results:

The mental imagery group demonstrated a 15.9% higher surgical assessment score compared to the control group (P = .03).
Operative times were comparable between the two groups.
Residents in the mental imagery group reported significantly higher satisfaction with their preparation (P < .0001).

Conclusions:

Mental imagery serves as a valuable preoperative preparation tool for novice cystoscopy residents.
This cognitive strategy leads to superior surgical performance compared to traditional methods.
Enhanced resident confidence and skill development are key benefits of mental imagery in surgical education.