Development and validation of 3D model for laparoscopic training in gynecology: beyond the conventional training box

Abstract

Introduction: Laparoscopic surgery training is essential to improve gynecologist training, therefore repeatedly performing exercises that emulate conditions that occur in surgery should improve the learning curve. Objective: To propose a 3D physical simulator model for training in residents of laparoscopic, minimally invasive and pelvic floor surgery of the gynecology service of the La Trinidad Teaching Medical Center, period January-November 2021.Methodology: A descriptive work was carried out, with a feasible project modality, based on the development of a physical simulator for training the laparoscopic gynecological and pelvic floor surgery training program, it was based on the technical and scientific evaluation of the needs of the training process through a survey. Results: All respondents stated that laparoscopic simulators or training boxes are necessary for the initial training of the surgeon and at least one must be available in the gynecology service. All respondents affirmed that ergonomic characteristics change in gynecological surgery compared to other types of surgeries and 90.0% affirmed that it is pertinent to design a simulator model for training in gynecological laparoscopic surgery. All respondents confirmed that simulators are important and should be as realistic as possible for gynecological laparoscopic skills and abilities training. Conclusion: The need to have training models in training programs is demonstrated in order to minimize the risks inherent to surgery in live patients