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A cadaver lab training facility to facilitate laparoscopic liver resection
Steve A White1, Rajesh Y Satchidanand, Jeremy J French
1*Department of Hepatobiliary and Transplant Surgery, The Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom †Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, Scotland.
Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques
|April 23, 2014
Summary
A dedicated cadaver training facility effectively introduces laparoscopic liver resection (LLR) programs. This method provides excellent training and potential certification for surgeons in this advanced surgical technique.
Area of Science:
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
- Surgical Education
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Laparoscopic liver surgery adoption is increasing, but its widespread application and patient outcomes require further validation.
- A dedicated cadaver training laboratory was utilized to facilitate the introduction of a laparoscopic liver resection (LLR) program.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a cadaver-based training laboratory for introducing laparoscopic liver resection (LLR).
- To assess participant feedback and overall satisfaction with the LLR training program.
Main Methods:
- An intensive 2-day course was developed by experienced surgeons, including lectures, discussions, and hands-on practice linked to live clinical operations.
- Participant evaluations and feedback were systematically analyzed after each course.
Main Results:
- The cadaver training sessions received high ratings, with 43% scoring 6 (excellent), 32% scoring 5, and 25% scoring 4.
- Participants graded the course content, structure, delivery, resources, facility, and value for money.
Conclusions:
- A dedicated cadaver LLR facility serves as an excellent training method for the safe introduction of clinical liver resection programs.
- This training approach shows potential for certifying surgeons in the growing field of laparoscopic liver surgery.
