Bao W, Jia J, Li Z. Characteristics of hysteroscopic training models: A review of the literature.
Heliyon 2024;
10:e31698. [PMID:
38947438 PMCID:
PMC11214388 DOI:
10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e31698]
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Abstract
Objectives
The purpose of this review is to summarize the characteristics and applications of current hysteroscopic training models.
Methods
We conducted a systematic search of PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library for eligible studies published before March 2024. Manual screening of references and citation tracking were also performed.
Results
Reported hysteroscopic training models included virtual reality simulators, non-biological material models, plant tissue models, animal tissue models, and human tissue models. No training model was distinctly superior in terms of realism, haptic feedback, availability of standardized scoring of operations, preparation difficulty, reusability of surgical procedure, and prices. Utilizing any type of models for hysteroscopy simulation training could assist trainees in enhancing relevant knowledge, skills, self-confidence, and comfort, but virtual reality models had an advantage in training capacity.
Conclusions
Each hysteroscopic training model has its advantages and disadvantages. An appropriate training curriculum is needed to efficiently leverage the merits of different models. The realism and training effectiveness of various training models need to be compared using rigorously designed studies and standard evaluation tools.
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