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Summary

Minimal access surgery (MAS) training needs structured programs to address challenges like eye-hand coordination. Integrating simulation and certification is crucial for safe surgical practice and patient outcomes.

Keywords:

Cadaveric model Credentialing Endotrainer Minimal access surgery (MAS)Patient safety Robotic surgery Surgical education Surgical training Telestration Virtual reality simulator

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Area of Science:

Surgical Education
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Medical Simulation

Background:

Minimal access surgery (MAS) is a major advancement in surgical practice.
Structured training for MAS has not kept pace with its adoption, leading to incomplete postgraduate curricula.
Key challenges in MAS include eye-hand coordination, depth perception, and camera reliance.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the evolution of MAS training methods.
To critically examine various training modalities.
To outline future directions for MAS education, including robotic surgery integration.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature on MAS training.
Analysis of different training modalities: endotrainers, animal/cadaveric models, simulators, observerships, and credentialing.
Examination of emerging technologies like robotic surgery, virtual reality, and AI.

Main Results:

Traditional training methods face challenges in replicating MAS skills.
Robotic surgery necessitates new skill sets and assessment tools.
Simulation, team coordination, and certification are vital components of modern MAS curricula.

Conclusions:

A structured and credentialed approach to MAS training is essential.
Future training should incorporate advanced technologies for realism and accessibility.
Effective training ensures safe surgical practice and optimal patient outcomes.