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ArticleSurgical endoscopy2024

RAWS4all project: validation of a new silicone model for robotic TAPP inguinal hernia repair.

Mário Rui Gonçalves, Salvador Morales-Conde, Sofia Gaspar Reis, Palmira Carlos Alves, José Novo de Matos, António Oliveira, Ricardo Marinho, Irene Cadime, Miguel Castelo-Branco Sousa

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Article in Surgical endoscopy, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 8 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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5 · Who and what money

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9 authors at 6 institutions in 2 countries.

Mário Rui GonçalvesFaculty of Health Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Av. Infante D. Henrique, 6200-506, Covilhã, Portugal. marioruig@gmail.com.ORCID 0000-0002-3172-0698
Salvador Morales-CondeDepartment of Surgery, University Hospital Virgen Macarena, University of Sevilla, Seville, Spain.ORCID 0000-0003-2833-0717
Sofia Gaspar ReisCentro Hospitalar Barreiro Montijo, Avenida Movimento das Forças Armadas, 2830-003, Barreiro, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0002-5598-6538
Palmira Carlos AlvesCurricular Studies and Educational Technology, Institute of Education, University of Minho, Campus de Gualtar, 4710-093, Braga, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0002-3108-744X
José Novo de MatosCentro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Central, Hospital de São José, Rua José Serrano, 1150-199, Lisbon, Portugal.
António OliveiraCentro Hospitalar de Trás-Os-Montes e Alto Douro, E.P.E, Av. da Noruega, 5000-508, Vila Real, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0002-6478-2975
Ricardo MarinhoCentro Hospitalar de Leiria, Hospital de Santo André, Rua das Olhalvas, 2410-197, Leiria, Portugal.
Irene CadimeResearch Centre on Child Studies, Institute of Education, University of Minho, Campus de Gualtar, 4710-057, Braga, Portugal.
Miguel Castelo-Branco SousaFaculty of Health Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Av. Infante D. Henrique, 6200-506, Covilhã, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0002-6191-5912
University of Beira Interior · PTUniversity of Minho · PTCentro De Medicina Veterinária Anjos De Assis · PTHospital de São José · PTHospital Universitario Virgen Macarena · ESUnidade Local de Saúde de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro · PT

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundTrans-abdominal pre-peritoneal (TAPP) hernia repair is a complex procedure that presents several challenges. Even though, due to the high prevalence of inguinal hernia, TAPP technique is increasing in frequency and robotic Abdominal Wall Surgery (rAWS) is emerging as a valuable tool in this regard. Although inguinal TAPP procedure principles have been published and simulation is needed, the availability of validated models remains scarce.

methodsA new low-cost model was developed to simulate inguinal rTAPP repair. For validity assessment, a new TAPP-specific fidelity questionnaire and assessment scale were developed to compare the performance of novices and experts in the simulated procedure. The models used were assessed at 60 min for execution and quality score.

resultsTwenty-five residents and specialists from all over the country participated in this study. Execution, quality, and global performance was higher in the seniors group compared to juniors (8.91 vs 6.36, p = 0.02; 8.09 vs 5.14, p < .001; and 17 vs. 11,5, p < .001, respectively). Overall fidelity was assessed as being very high [4.41 (3.5-5.0), α = .918] as well as face [4.31 (3.0-5.0), α = .867] and content validity [4.44 (3.2-5.0), α = .803]. Participants strongly agreed that the model is adequate to be used with the DaVinci® Robot [4.52 (3.5-5.0), α = .758].

conclusionThis study shows face, content, and construct validity of the model for inguinal TAPP simulation, including for robotic surgery. Therefore, the model can be a valuable tool for learning, understanding, practicing, and mastering the TAPP technique prior to participating in the operating room.

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Hernia, InguinalLaparoscopyRoboticsRobotic Surgical ProceduresHerniorrhaphyHumansPeritoneumSurgical MeshTreatment OutcomeAbdominal wallAssessmentRobotic surgerySimulationSurgical educationTAPP

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