Trial reportSurgical endoscopy2013
Gaze training improves the retention and transfer of laparoscopic technical skills in novices.
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- Developing Expert Gaze Pattern in Laparoscopic Surgery Requires More than Behavioral Training.Journal of eye movement research · 2021Article
- Multiple processes independently predict motor learning.Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation · 2020Article
- Virtual pointer for gaze guidance in laparoscopic surgery.Surgical endoscopy · 2020Article
- Feasibility and Utility of an Eye-Tracking Device for Assessing Teachers of Invasive Bedside Procedures.Mayo Clinic proceedings. Innovations, quality & outcomes · 2020Article
- A Framework for the Testing and Validation of Simulated Environments in Experimentation and Training.Frontiers in psychology · 2020Review
- Mobility-Related Gaze Training in Individuals With Glaucoma: A Proof-of-Concept Study.Translational vision science & technology · 2019Article
- The effect of observing novice and expert performance on acquisition of surgical skills on a robotic platform.PloS one · 2017Article
- Taxonomy of instructions given to residents in laparoscopic cholecystectomy.Surgical endoscopy · 2016Article
- Robotically assisted laparoscopy benefits surgical performance under stress.Journal of robotic surgery · 2015Article
- Surgeons' display reduced mental effort and workload while performing robotically assisted surgical tasks, when compared to conventional laparoscopy.Surgical endoscopy · 2015Article
- Robotic technology results in faster and more robust surgical skill acquisition than traditional laparoscopy.Journal of robotic surgery · 2015Article
- Assessing visual control during simulated and live operations: gathering evidence for the content validity of simulation using eye movement metrics.Surgical endoscopy · 2014Article
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5 authors at 3 institutions in 2 countries.
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Abstract
backgroundGaze training is an effective way of training basic laparoscopic skills, resulting in faster acquisition periods and more robust subsequent performance under pressure. The current study is a randomized control trial which examines whether the performance benefits of gaze training stand the test of time (delayed retention) and transfer to more complex skills.
methodsThirty-six medical students were trained to proficiency (50 trials) on a one-handed laparoscopic task (picking and dropping balls) in either a discovery learning (DL) or gaze training (GT) group. Both groups performed the one-handed task in baseline, retention and delayed retention (1 month) tests. They also performed baseline, retention and delayed retention tests of a two-handed task (grasping and cutting). Performance (completion time) and gaze control (target locking) were assessed throughout.
resultsFor the one-handed task, the GT group displayed superior performance at retention (p < .001), underpinned by more expert-like gaze control (p < .05). The GT group also displayed superior performance in the one-handed task at delayed retention (p < .005), underpinned by more expert-like gaze control strategies (p < .001). Although the DL group's performance fell to 84% of performance at retention, the GT group maintained performance at 100% of retention. There were no differences between the groups for the two-handed task at retention (p = .140); however, at delayed retention, the GT group outperformed the DL group (p < .005) and displayed more expert-like gaze control (p < .001).
conclusionsNovices trained to adopt an expert-like gaze control strategy were able to attain higher levels of performance more quickly than novices who learned by discovery alone. Furthermore, these skills were more durable over time and were transferable to more complex skills. Gaze training is a beneficial intervention to aid the acquisition of the basic motor skills required for laparoscopy.
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