Systematic review of 72 studies finds no universal MIS training model for neonates and infants, supporting structured proficiency-based curricula¶

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q2 i? Across 72 included studies of neonatal/infant MIS simulation, no universal training model exists, and studies show moderate levels of evidence and recommendation. → Zahradníková Petra 2025

Evidence¶

Zahradníková Petra 2025¶

Zahradníková Petra, Babala Jozef, Lindák Martin, Pechanová Rebeka, Hnilicová Silvia, Molnár Marián, Nedomová Barbora, Poš Lucie, Dotlačil Vojtěch, Kučerová Barbora. (2025). Systematic review of the training process of minimally invasive surgery in neonates and infants. Pediatric Surgery International. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00383-025-06095-7

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Systematic review following PRISMA guidelines, registered in PROSPERO, searching PubMed/MEDLINE, SCOPUS, Web of Science and Cochrane from January 2010 to June 2024. The review reports that "no universal MIS training model exists for neonate/infant patients" despite promising results from 3D-printed, animal-based, and hybrid models.

"Out of 1084 identified records, 72 studies met the inclusion criteria and were analysed across general, gastrointestinal, thoracic, and urological MIS specialties. Recent efforts have led to the development of 3D-printed, animal-based, and hybrid models several of which showed high fidelity, skill differentiation, and educational value. Despite promising results, no universal MIS training model exists for neonate/infant patients"

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