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Myo Khine¹, Edward Leung, Chris Morran

¹Department of Surgery, Crosshouse Hospital, Kilmarnock, UK. mkhine@yahoo.com

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This study details how to build an affordable, portable laparoscopic simulator box at home. Surgical trainees can practice essential skills using this low-cost, high-definition trainer for improved dexterity.

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Area of Science:

Surgical simulation and medical device innovation.

Background:

Laparoscopic surgery is increasingly prevalent.
Simulators enhance laparoscopic skills and dexterity.
A guide for constructing a homemade laparoscopic trainer box is presented.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a step-by-step guide for building an affordable and accessible homemade laparoscopic trainer box.

Main Methods:

Materials were sourced from a local DIY shop and online.
A 12-litre plastic storage box was utilized, with a high-definition webcam and fluorescent light mounted inside the lid.
Neoprene patches were used to create instrument ports in the lid.

Main Results:

The trainer box can be assembled in approximately 3 hours.
The completed trainer box weighs 1.2 kg and is highly portable.
Surgical trainees responded positively to the low-cost, easy-to-assemble trainer with high-quality imaging.

Conclusions:

The homemade trainer offers adjustable, hands-free, high-definition vision via a personal computer.
Its lightweight and portable design facilitates practice anywhere.
This inexpensive, user-friendly trainer is ideal for practicing basic laparoscopic skills.