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Structured training program in colorectal surgery: the robotic surgeon as a new paradigm
Giampaolo Formisano1, Sofia Esposito2, Francesco Coratti2
1Department of General and Minimally-Invasive Surgery, Misericordia Hospital, Grosseto, Italy - giampaoloformisano@hotmail.com.
Minerva Chirurgica
|November 29, 2018
Summary
A structured training program (STP) effectively trains novice surgeons in robotic colorectal surgery. This program, using right colectomy as a model, equips surgeons with essential skills without prior open or laparoscopic experience.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Education
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
Background:
- Structured training programs (STP) are crucial for novice general surgeons.
- Assessing STP efficacy in robotic colorectal surgery for surgeons with basic MIS skills but no prior colorectal experience.
- Utilizing right colectomy with intracorporeal anastomosis as a training model.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a structured training program (STP) for young surgeons in robotic colorectal surgery.
- To determine if prior open or laparoscopic colorectal surgery experience is necessary for robotic training.
Main Methods:
- Two junior attending surgeons trained via STP from May 2015 to December 2017.
- Right colectomy training divided into three modules: mobilization, vascular control, and anastomosis.
- Trainees performed procedures under supervision, then independently (20 cases), with outcomes analyzed.
Main Results:
- Mean operative time was 200 minutes with zero conversions required.
- No intraoperative or major postoperative complications were observed.
- Mean hospital stay was 6 days, with a mean nodal yield of 21.
Conclusions:
- A structured training program (STP) is feasible and effective for robotic colorectal surgery.
- Right colectomy serves as an effective initial model for developing technical skills.
- Prior open or laparoscopic colorectal surgery experience may not be a prerequisite for this STP.
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