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Teaching uniportal VATS in Coruña.
Kristin Eckland1, Diego Gonzalez-Rivas2
1Thoracics.org, Danville, Virginia, USA.
Journal of Visualized Surgery
|October 29, 2017
Summary
Thoracic surgeons can learn the newest uniportal VATS technique through hands-on wet lab courses. These courses provide supervised practice and didactic content, guided by the technique's inventor.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Techniques
Background:
- Uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) represents a significant advancement in thoracic surgical procedures.
- Many thoracic surgeons express interest in adopting uniportal VATS but lack clear training pathways.
- Uncertainty exists regarding the optimal methods for acquiring proficiency in the uniportal approach.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce specialized wet lab courses designed for thoracic surgeons to learn uniportal VATS.
- To provide a structured learning environment for surgeons to gain initial experience with the uniportal approach.
- To offer training under the direct supervision of the inventor of the uniportal VATS technique.
Main Methods:
- Didactic sessions covering the principles and techniques of uniportal VATS.
- Observational learning opportunities to witness expert application of the approach.
- Hands-on skills lab sessions for practical performance of the uniportal technique.
Main Results:
- The course structure facilitates a comprehensive learning experience.
- Supervised practice allows for initial attempts at the uniportal approach.
- Integration of theory, observation, and practical skills enhances surgical training.
Conclusions:
- Wet lab courses offer a viable and effective method for thoracic surgeons to learn uniportal VATS.
- Supervised training by the technique's inventor ensures high-quality instruction.
- This educational framework supports the adoption of advanced minimally invasive thoracic surgery techniques.