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Changhai advanced endoscopy courses for ERCP (CHANCE) training program: A short-term training model in China
Di Zhang1, Dan Wang1, Tian-Jiao Wang1
1Department of Gastroenterology, Changhai Hospital, The Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China.
The ChangHai Advanced eNdoscopy Courses for ERCP (CHANCE) program effectively trains endoscopists in ERCP, with 67.1% achieving competence. This short-term model is valuable for countries needing more ERCP practitioners.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Medical Education
- Surgical Training
Background:
- Significant shortage of Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) practitioners in China.
- Urgent need for effective ERCP training programs.
- The ChangHai Advanced eNdoscopy Courses for ERCP (CHANCE) program offers 4-month ERCP training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficiency of the CHANCE short-term ERCP training model.
- To report on the subsequent ERCP careers of CHANCE program graduates.
- To identify predictive factors for career competence in ERCP.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective investigation of CHANCE trainees from 2004 to 2014.
- Data collection via questionnaires sent to all trainees.
- Analysis of career competence, ERCP volume, complication rates, and predictive factors.
Main Results:
- 258 out of 413 trainees (67.1%) achieved career competence after training.
- Average annual ERCP volume was 120.60 procedures with an 8.2% complication rate.
- Hospital qualification, adherence to guidance, academic activity, and practitioner type predicted competence.
Conclusions:
- The CHANCE program demonstrates acceptable career competence rates for a short-term ERCP training model.
- It provides valuable opportunities and guidance for endoscopists seeking ERCP skills.
- This training model is recommended for developing countries facing ERCPist shortages.
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