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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Education
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Medical Device Innovation

Background:

  • Laparoscopic surgery demands distinct skills compared to open surgery, posing learning challenges within traditional operating theatre settings.
  • The increasing prevalence of laparoscopic surgery necessitates enhanced training programs to develop essential surgical competencies.
  • Current training methods often face limitations in accessibility and cost, highlighting the need for innovative solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and construct a novel, affordable, and replicable smartphone-based laparoscopic trainer.
  • To demonstrate the efficacy of this trainer in practicing laparoscopic techniques for skill enhancement.
  • To provide a practical solution for surgical skills training outside the conventional operating theatre environment.

Main Methods:

  • The trainer was constructed using a smartphone, a cardboard box, a VGA adaptor, a VGA cable, and a computer screen.
  • Laparoscopic instruments and materials were sourced from the operating theatre for simulated task exercises.
  • Simulated tasks included suture handling, instrument knot-tying, and anastomotic suture techniques.

Main Results:

  • The smartphone box trainer is inexpensive, costing approximately $60, with the majority of the cost attributed to the VGA adaptor.
  • Assembly time was less than 20 minutes, highlighting its ease of construction.
  • The trainer is lightweight, portable, and easily transportable, requiring only a computer screen for use.

Conclusions:

  • The smartphone box trainer represents an inexpensive, easily assembled, and replicable model for laparoscopic skills training.
  • It leverages personal smartphone technology to create an accessible tool for improving laparoscopic techniques.
  • This innovative trainer offers a practical and cost-effective solution for surgical education, enhancing skill acquisition outside the operating room.