The international journal of medical robotics + computer assisted surgery : MRCAS
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The objective was an evaluation of operative time and estimated blood loss (EBL) as a function of experience in gynaecological robotic surgery. ⋯ This study demonstrates statistical improvement in operative time after the first 20 cases for a single surgeon. This information could be used to establish criteria for training surgeons.
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The da Vinci tele-robot necessitates the acquisition of new skills and surgical educators must develop standardized training programmes. It is possible that virtual reality (VR) computer simulation maybe used and it is necessary to define whether a simulator is an appropriate tool. ⋯ Practice sessions on a VR simulator improve technical performance. The simulator enables surgeons to mount the early part of the learning curve within a laboratory environment, which may lead to a more effective training programme.