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The learning curve for fetal extractions using Thierry's spatulas is a continuous process over six months. A training simulator is recommended to ensure proficiency and patient safety.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Surgical Education
  • Medical Simulation

Background:

  • Fetal extraction using Thierry's spatulas is a specialized obstetric procedure.
  • Understanding the learning curve is crucial for resident training and patient safety.
  • Objective and subjective assessments are vital components of surgical skill acquisition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the learning curve associated with performing fetal extractions using Thierry's spatulas.
  • To correlate resident experience with objective performance assessments.
  • To assess resident self-perception of skill during the learning process.

Main Methods:

  • A single-center prospective study involving six obstetrics and gynecology residents.
  • Residents' fetal extraction procedures were evaluated using a validated scoring rubric by senior obstetricians.
  • Residents completed self-assessment questionnaires regarding their procedural abilities.

Main Results:

  • A total of 160 extractions were performed by six residents over six months.
  • Mean assessment scores improved with increased experience, reaching 4.61 after 3 semesters.
  • Even after 20+ extractions, no resident achieved a perfect score or unsupervised capability.

Conclusions:

  • Learning Thierry's spatula fetal extractions is an ongoing process during the initial six months of training.
  • Objective and self-assessments indicate a gradual skill acquisition.
  • Development of a dedicated training simulator is proposed to reach a proficiency threshold for safe practice.