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The Arbor Vitae method effectively trains physicians in diagnostic hysteroscopy. This hands-on workshop significantly improves trainees' knowledge and practical skills for intrauterine pathology diagnosis.

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  • Surgical Education

Background:

  • Diagnostic hysteroscopy is crucial for intrauterine pathology diagnosis.
  • Physician training is essential for safe and effective hysteroscopy procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the "Arbor Vitae" training method for diagnostic hysteroscopy.
  • To evaluate the impact of this method on trainee knowledge and skills.

Main Methods:

  • A three-day workshop combining theoretical and practical "hands-on" sessions.
  • A 10-question questionnaire administered pre- and post-training to assess knowledge and skills.
  • Participants included 34 physicians, most with limited prior hysteroscopy experience.

Main Results:

  • Significant improvement in scores for 9 out of 10 questionnaire questions post-training.
  • Demonstrated a perceived enhancement in theoretical and practical skills among trainees.
  • The training effectively addressed knowledge gaps in indications, instruments, and pathology recognition.

Conclusions:

  • The Arbor Vitae model is a realistic and effective training approach for diagnostic hysteroscopy.
  • This method significantly enhances skills for novice practitioners.
  • It provides a pathway for physicians to gain proficiency before patient procedures.