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Throat cancer surgery training in France
A-S Touzé1, A Mudry2, S Morinière3
1Service ORL et chirurgie cervio-faciale, centre hospitalo-universitaire de Tours, 2, boulevard Tonnellé, 37044 Tours, France.
European Annals of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Diseases
|November 13, 2020
Summary
Surgical training for throat cancer has evolved from medieval methods to modern computer simulations. Mentorship remains a constant, crucial element throughout this historical development in surgical education.
Area of Science:
- Medical History
- Surgical Education
- Otorhinolaryngology
Background:
- Historical review of surgical training for throat cancer management.
- Traces the evolution from the Middle Ages to the 21st century.
- Utilizes original historical publications and secondary references.
Observation:
- Throat cancer surgery training was initially under general surgeons until the 19th century.
- Otorhinolaryngology emerged as a specialty in the early 20th century, but formal training faced university obstacles.
- Technical innovations and ethical considerations advanced training in the 20th and 21st centuries.
Findings:
- Surgical training for throat cancer has progressed significantly over centuries.
- The development reflects advancements in medical knowledge and technology.
- Mentorship has been a consistent and vital component of surgical training.
Implications:
- Understanding the historical trajectory informs current surgical education strategies.
- Highlights the enduring importance of mentorship in surgical skill development.
- Provides context for the integration of new technologies in medical training.
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