A novel approach to improving colonoscopy learning efficiency through a colonoscope roaming system: randomized...

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Gastroenterology
• Simulation Technology

Background:

• Colonoscopy is crucial for lower digestive tract disease diagnosis and treatment.
• Training novice colonoscopists is time-consuming and faces patient consent challenges.
• E-learning offers a flexible, self-paced solution for endoscopy training.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and evaluate the effectiveness of the Colonoscope Roaming System (CRS) e-learning software for colonoscopy training.
• To assess the impact of CRS on beginner colonoscopists' skills through subjective and objective measures.

Main Methods:

• A randomized controlled trial compared an e-learning group (EG) using CRS with a control group (CG) using traditional methods.
• Participants underwent pretest and posttest evaluations, including a colonoscopy examination.
• The EG also completed a satisfaction questionnaire regarding the CRS.

Main Results:

• No significant pretest score differences were observed between the EG and CG.
• Posttest scores and colonoscopy examination performance were significantly higher in the EG (p < 0.001 and p < 0.01, respectively).
• 86.25% of participants expressed satisfaction with the CRS.

Conclusions:

• The Colonoscope Roaming System (CRS) demonstrates effectiveness in enhancing colonoscopy skills for beginners.
• E-learning, specifically through CRS, offers a promising avenue for improving endoscopy training programs.