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ArticleWorld journal of urology2023

The design and validation of a low-cost trans perineal (TP) prostate biopsy simulator for training: improving trainees' confidence and cognitive targeting skills.

Kelly Ong, Philip Bald, David Dryhurst, Saif Ahmed, Gibran Tim Yusuf, Rahul Lunawat, Seshadri Sriprasad, Gauri Thapa, Alice Tirnoveanu, Richard Webb and 1 more

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Article in World journal of urology, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

11 authors at 3 institutions in 1 country.

Kelly OngInstitute of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Social Care, Canterbury Christ Church University, Rowan Williams Court, 30 Pembroke Court, Chatham Maritime, Kent, ME4 4UF, UK.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-2037-0899
Philip BaldInstitute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), London, UK.
David DryhurstPrincess Royal University Hospital, Farnborough Common, Bromley, Kent, BR6 8ND, UK.
Saif AhmedInstitute of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Social Care, Canterbury Christ Church University, Rowan Williams Court, 30 Pembroke Court, Chatham Maritime, Kent, ME4 4UF, UK.
Gibran Tim YusufPrincess Royal University Hospital, Farnborough Common, Bromley, Kent, BR6 8ND, UK.
Rahul LunawatPrincess Royal University Hospital, Farnborough Common, Bromley, Kent, BR6 8ND, UK.
Seshadri SriprasadInstitute of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Social Care, Canterbury Christ Church University, Rowan Williams Court, 30 Pembroke Court, Chatham Maritime, Kent, ME4 4UF, UK.
Gauri ThapaInstitute of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Social Care, Canterbury Christ Church University, Rowan Williams Court, 30 Pembroke Court, Chatham Maritime, Kent, ME4 4UF, UK.
Alice TirnoveanuInstitute of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Social Care, Canterbury Christ Church University, Rowan Williams Court, 30 Pembroke Court, Chatham Maritime, Kent, ME4 4UF, UK.
Richard WebbInstitute of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Social Care, Canterbury Christ Church University, Rowan Williams Court, 30 Pembroke Court, Chatham Maritime, Kent, ME4 4UF, UK.
Eqram RahmanInstitute of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Social Care, Canterbury Christ Church University, Rowan Williams Court, 30 Pembroke Court, Chatham Maritime, Kent, ME4 4UF, UK. eqram.rahman@icloud.com.
Canterbury Christ Church University · GBPrincess Royal University Hospital · GBInstitution of Mechanical Engineers · GB

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeThe aim of this research was to create a novel and low-cost TP prostate biopsy simulator that has face, content and construct validity with high educational value.

methodsThis research developed a trans perineal prostate (TP) biopsy simulator using 3D-printed moulds and tissue-mimicking materials. Important regions (anterior, mid, and posterior zones) were coded with different colours. Ultrasound visible abnormal lesions were embedded in the prostate phantom. Expert and novice participants in TP biopsies were recruited. Essential skills were identified through the consensus of six experts. These skills were assessed through tasks performed by participants. This included the accuracy and timing of systematic and target biopsies. Immediate feedback was determined by the colour of the biopsy cores taken. A survey was distributed to evaluate its realism and educational value.

resultsThe material cost of one simulator was £7.50. This simulator was proven to have face, content, and construct validity. There was a significant difference (p = 0.02) in the accuracy of systematic biopsies between both experts and novices. Significant difference was also observed (p = 0.01), in accurately identifying target lesion on ultrasound between both groups. Participants rated the overall realism of the simulator 4.57/5 (range 3-5). 100% of the experts agreed that introducing this simulator to training will be beneficial. 85.7% of the participants strongly agree that the simulator improved their confidence in TP biopsies.

conclusionThere is value in integrating this proof-of-concept TP prostate biopsy simulator into training. It has highly rated educational value and has face, content, and construct validity.

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Clinical CompetenceProstateBiopsyCognitionComputer SimulationFeedbackHumansMaleSurveys and QuestionnairesBiopsyDiagnosticsFeedbackProstate cancerSimulatorTraining

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PMID37129680
PMCPMC10153043
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