WithdrawnNot Applicable

Effect of Virtual Reality Training by Novices on Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy in a Porcine Model

Stopped: Principal investigator left institution.

United States0Started 2006-05

Plain-language summary

This study proposes evaluation of an educational tool, a laparoscopic virtual reality simulator. The purpose of this study is to determine whether training on the LapSim Simulator transfers to improved laparoscopic cholecystectomy operative performance in an animal model.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 65 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Surgical interns (PGY 1) are eligible * Twenty-five (25) participants will comprise this group Exclusion Criteria: * Prior clinical experience with laparoscopic surgery as the assistant surgeon. * Prior simulation training (mechanical, PC-based or otherwise).

What they're measuring

Score on Global Outcomes Assessment of Laparoscopic Skills

Timeframe: 5 weeks, 10 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT00460980

SponsorColumbia University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2008-04

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