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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Education
  • Vascular Surgery Training
  • Anatomical Dissection

Background:

  • Minimally invasive surgery has reduced open procedure exposure for surgical trainees.
  • Endovascular techniques dominate vascular surgery, impacting junior surgeon experience.
  • Current simulation labs inadequately replicate anatomical dissection for training.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the educational value of using amputated lower extremities for vascular dissection training.
  • To evaluate the impact on surgical residents' and fellows' skills and confidence.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional observational study involving 22 surgical trainees (general, vascular, podiatric).
  • Supervised back-table dissection of amputated lower extremities.
  • Post-dissection questionnaires assessing satisfaction and perceived benefits.

Main Results:

  • 57 critical vascular exposures achieved across 21 dissections.
  • Statistically significant perceived benefits reported by trainees.
  • Unanimous support for integrating this training into surgical curricula.

Conclusions:

  • Guided dissection of amputation specimens provides significant qualitative benefits for surgical education.
  • Trainees reported overwhelmingly positive feedback and increased confidence.
  • Integration into residency programs may enhance open vascular surgical knowledge and comfort.