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Surgical Education
Medical Simulation
Thoracic Surgery

Background:

Surgical training benefits from specialized simulation.
Chest wall tumor resection with prosthetic reconstruction is a complex procedure requiring specific skills.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a simulated chest wall tumor model for surgical residents.
To teach skills for chest wall tumor resection and prosthetic reconstruction.

Main Methods:

A chest wall tumor model was constructed using porcine rib blocks.
Thirteen general surgery residents performed simulated tumor resection and reconstruction.
Evaluations included knowledge tests, operative time, and skill assessments.

Main Results:

Knowledge scores did not correlate with resident training year.
Junior residents initially required more time, but practice improved efficiency.
Skill proficiency improved most in mid-level residents, with PGY-5s consistently scoring highest.

Conclusions:

Simulation is an effective tool for developing skills in rare surgical procedures.
Incorporating simulation trainers can enhance surgical education and patient safety.