Most data-driven assessment tools in laparoscopic training focus on instrument handling, with only three studies evaluating tissue handling skills¶

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Evidence · 1 study (2 entries) · quant-synthesis r2 · q3
Currency · newest study 2025 · not yet checked against its sources · not reviewed by a person

Subclaims¶

q3 i? Thirty-two of 35 studies (91%) reported on instrument handling skills, while only three studies evaluated tissue handling skills. → Hardon Sem F. 2025

Evidence¶

Hardon Sem F. 2025¶

Hardon Sem F., Horeman Tim, Reijers Sophie J. M., Schoonmade Linda J., Daams Freek, van der Peet Donald L. (2025). The Implementation of Data-Driven Assessment into Laparoscopic Skills Training: A Systematic Review. Surgical Innovation. https://doi.org/10.1177/15533506251336824

q3 · i? · review · r2

Descriptive analysis of the 35 included studies found "Thirty-two (91%) of the studies reported on instrument handling skills, most often presented as path length, speed, or smoothness."

"Thirty-two (91%) of the studies reported on instrument handling skills, most often presented as path length, speed, or smoothness, with units varying between studies."

Hardon Sem F. 2025 (2)¶

Hardon Sem F., Horeman Tim, Reijers Sophie J. M., Schoonmade Linda J., Daams Freek, van der Peet Donald L. (2025). The Implementation of Data-Driven Assessment into Laparoscopic Skills Training: A Systematic Review. Surgical Innovation. https://doi.org/10.1177/15533506251336824

q3 · i? · quant-synthesis · r2

The review's abstract states "Only three studies evaluated tissue handling skills using metrics like knot quality, tissue handling forces, and anastomotic integrity."

"Only three studies evaluated tissue handling skills using metrics like knot quality, tissue handling forces, and anastomotic integrity."

Discussion¶

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