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Pre-clinical Training for New Notes Procedures: From Ex-vivo Models to Virtual Reality Simulators
Mark A Gromski1, Woojin Ahn2, Kai Matthes3
1Division of Gastroenterology/Hepatology, Indiana University School of Medicine, 702 Rotary Circle, Suite 225, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA.
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America
|April 3, 2016
Summary
Natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) offers scarless procedures. This review highlights the need for effective training methods, focusing on simulation for new NOTES techniques.
Area of Science:
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Training
Background:
- Natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) enables scarless procedures.
- A shift towards "new NOTES" involves traversing luminal mucosa without extensive peritoneal entry.
- Training gastroenterologists and surgeons in these novel techniques presents challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the importance of simulation in surgical training.
- To discuss available simulation options for new NOTES procedures.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on simulation in surgical education.
- Analysis of current simulation tools for NOTES.
Main Results:
- Simulation is crucial for mastering new NOTES approaches.
- Various simulation platforms exist to facilitate training.
Conclusions:
- Simulation is vital for effective training in advanced endoscopic surgery.
- Further development and utilization of simulation are recommended for NOTES proficiency.
