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Published on: November 10, 2023
Revolutionizing thoracic surgery education: a bibliometric analysis of the past decade's literature
Chao Guo1, Lei Liu1, Jiaqi Zhang1
1Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Shuaifuyuan 1, Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng district, Beijing, P. R. China.
Objectives:
Thoracic surgery is a complex field requiring advanced technical skills and critical decision-making. Surgical education must evolve to equip trainees with proficiency in new techniques and technologies.
Methods:
This bibliometric analysis systematically reviewed 113 articles on thoracic surgery skills training published over the past decade, retrieved from databases including Web of Science. Publication trends, citation analysis, author and journal productivity, and keyword frequencies were evaluated.
Results:
The United States contributed the most publications, led by pioneering institutions. Simulation training progressed from basic to sophisticated modalities and virtual reality emerged with transformative potential. Minimally invasive techniques posed unique learning challenges requiring integrated curricula.
Conclusion:
Ongoing investments in educational research and curriculum innovations are imperative to advance thoracic surgery training through multidisciplinary strategies. This study provides an evidentiary foundation to optimize training and address the complexities of modern thoracic surgery.
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