The Graz learning and training model for arthroscopic surgery

Up to 30% of all operative procedures in orthopaedic surgery are performed arthroscopically. Because of the steadily increasing number of residents, it seems to be difficult both to maintain high standards and to guarantee an adequate training in arthroscopic surgery. However, in contrast to many ot...

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Published in:Surgical and radiologic anatomy (English ed.) Vol. 21; no. 5; pp. 347 - 350
Main Authors: Grechenig, W, Fellinger, M, Fankhauser, F, Weiglein, A H
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Germany 1999
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Summary:Up to 30% of all operative procedures in orthopaedic surgery are performed arthroscopically. Because of the steadily increasing number of residents, it seems to be difficult both to maintain high standards and to guarantee an adequate training in arthroscopic surgery. However, in contrast to many other surgical techniques it is possible to learn and practice arthroscopy using artificial models and cadaver joints, provided that experienced surgeons and anatomists act as supervisors and instructors. The aim of this paper is to assess practice models and training programs which should guarantee sufficient practical experience during the training period.
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ISSN:0930-1038
1279-8517
DOI:10.1007/BF01631337