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SimLife model: introducing a new teaching device in endocrine surgery simulation.

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  • 1Department of General Surgery, University of Poitiers, CHU Poitiers, Poitiers, France. giacko76@hotmail.com.

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A novel simulator, SimLife, offers a realistic training environment for endocrine surgery. This innovative model effectively enhances surgical skills and allows for performance evaluation in procedures like adrenalectomy and thyroid surgery.

Keywords:
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  • Surgical Education
  • Medical Simulation
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Traditional surgical training faces limitations in providing consistent, safe, and realistic practice opportunities.
  • Developing advanced simulation models is crucial for enhancing surgical competency and patient safety.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the validity and reliability of the SimLife simulator for endocrine surgical training.
  • To evaluate surgical trainees' performance and satisfaction using the SimLife model.

Main Methods:

  • A hyper-realistic simulator (SimLife) with pulsatile vascularization and ventilation was utilized.
  • Training sessions focused on adrenalectomy, thyroid lobectomy, and neck dissection.
  • Competency was assessed using the Downing method, and satisfaction was measured via a Likert scale.

Main Results:

  • Learners demonstrated above-average performance across all evaluated endocrine surgical procedures.
  • High satisfaction scores (8.43-8.89) were reported for ease of learning, realism, and anatomical accuracy.
  • The simulator proved safe, with only one minor event (jugular vein injury) during neck dissection training.

Conclusions:

  • The SimLife simulator is a valid and reliable tool for endocrine surgical training.
  • It facilitates effective skill acquisition and performance progression in a safe, realistic environment.
  • SimLife holds significant potential as a core component of specialized surgical education.