Training for laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy

Surg Today. 2019 Feb;49(2):103-107. doi: 10.1007/s00595-018-1668-1. Epub 2018 May 10.

Abstract

In recent years, laparoscopic procedures have developed rapidly, and the reports of laparoscopic pancreatic resection including laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy (LPD) have increased in number. Although LPD is a complex procedure with high mortality, the training system for LPD remains unestablished. Ensuring patient safety is extremely important, even in challenging surgeries such a LPD. At present, several tools have been developed for surgical education to ensure patient safety preoperatively, such as video learning, virtual reality simulators, and cadaver training. Although LPD is reported as a safe and feasible choice, LPD is still a challenging operation. An LPD training system should be established with a board-certified system.

Keywords: Education; Laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy; Learning curve; Training.

Publication types

  • Systematic Review

MeSH terms

  • Cadaver
  • Clinical Competence
  • Education, Medical / methods*
  • Endoscopy, Digestive System
  • Humans
  • Imaging, Three-Dimensional
  • Laparoscopy / education*
  • Multidetector Computed Tomography
  • Pancreaticoduodenectomy / education*
  • Patient Safety
  • Printing, Three-Dimensional
  • Teaching Materials
  • Video Recording