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A Systematic Review of Simulation-Based Training Tools in Plastic Surgery.
Diego Agustín Abelleyra Lastoria1, Sehrish Rehman2, Farah Ahmed1
1St George's, University of London, London, United Kingdom.
Plastic surgery simulation models show limited effectiveness in transferring skills to clinical practice. Further validity studies are needed to improve patient outcomes and surgical techniques.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Surgical Simulation
- Plastic Surgery Training
Background:
- Traditional surgical teaching is evolving with simulation training in plastic surgery.
- Numerous simulation models and tools have been developed for plastic surgery education.
Conclusions:
- Current plastic surgery simulation models have limited ability to transfer skills to clinical practice.
- No simulation models demonstrated reductions in surgical complications or costs.
- Further validity studies are crucial, focusing on applicability to patient outcomes and surgical technique.
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