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Using video calling to simulate arthroscopic surgery in a resource-poor setting.

Michael Thomas Stoddart¹, Lucy Mary Frances Rolt¹

¹Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Bedford Orthopaedic Hospital, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa.

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Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

This study introduces a low-cost arthroscopic simulator using smartphone video calls and household materials. This accessible training tool enables surgeons to practice essential arthroscopic skills anywhere, improving surgical education globally.

Keywords:

orthopaedic simulation touch surgery, simulation, surgical education, training

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Area of Science:

Medical Simulation
Surgical Training
Global Health

Background:

High demand for arthroscopic procedures globally, particularly in developing regions.
Limited surgical exposure in training centers necessitates alternative skill development methods.
Smartphones offer widespread accessibility for innovative educational solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a low-cost, low-fidelity arthroscopic simulator using readily available materials.
To leverage smartphone video call functionality for remote surgical skill training.
To provide an accessible and portable training solution for arthroscopic procedures.

Main Methods:

Construction of a simulator using a cardboard box, LED head torch, bamboo skewers, and a smartphone.
Utilization of the smartphone's video call feature for real-time visualization.
Cost-effective material sourcing, with a total cost under US$3.

Main Results:

A functional, portable arthroscopic simulator was successfully constructed.
The simulator allows practice of established training exercises for basic arthroscopic skills.
The total cost of materials was minimal, making it highly accessible.

Conclusions:

This homemade arthroscopic simulator offers an inexpensive and simple solution for surgical trainees.
It requires no additional hardware or software purchases, enhancing accessibility.
The simulator is ideal for practicing arthroscopic skills at home or in the workplace, particularly in resource-limited settings.