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NCT Number: NCT02752451

Cigar Box Arthroscopy: A Study of Non-Anatomic Arthroscopy Training

Comparison of success rates of novice surgeons to attain proficiency in basic arthroscopy skills after receiving prior training with different simulation systems.

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Key information

Conditions

Simulation Training

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

About this study

A non-anatomic set of training modules utilizing cigar boxes was developed at our institution to instruct residents in the basics of knee arthroscopy. Twenty-four medical students with no prior arthroscopic or laparoscopic experience were enrolled as subjects. Sixteen subjects were randomized to participate in four hours of either the cigar box arthroscopy trainer (CBAT) or a previously validated anatomic knee arthroscopy trainer (AKAT). The remaining eight subjects served as controls (CO). All subjects underwent a one-hour formalized training session provided by our orthopaedic sports faculty. Subjects' skills were assessed by one of two faculty members through repeated attempts at performing a diagnostic knee arthroscopy on a cadaveric specimen. Objective scores were given using the Basic Arthroscopic Knee Skill Scoring System. Total cost differences were also calculated.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • First or Second year medical student with no prior arthroscopy or laparoscopy training.

Exclusion criteria

  • Having previously received education in arthroscopy or laparoscopy or handled these instruments.

Treatment and study plan

Non-Anatomic Arthroscopy Simulation

Other

Knee arthroscopy training using Cigar Box Arthroscopy Trainer

Anatomic Arthroscopy Simulation

Other

Knee arthroscopy training using Anatomic Knee Arthroscopy Trainer

Pre-assesment education

Other

Reading material and lecture with only still images about performing diagnostic knee arthroscopy

Primary outcomes

  1. Success rate in reaching a level of minimum proficiency

    Time frame: 1 hour

    Subjects were told to perform serial knee arthroscopic examinations on a cadaveric specimen over one hour. Evaluators used a validated objective scoring system to assess performance and which subjects were able to attain a level of minimum proficiency.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Number of attempts to reach minimum proficiency

    Time frame: 1 Hour

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Arizona

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Cigar Box Arthroscopy: A Randomized Controlled Trial Validates Non-Anatomic Simulation Training of Novice Arthroscopy Skills

Acronym: CBA

Important dates

Study start
2015
Primary completion
2015
Study completion
2015
First posted
Apr 27, 2016
Registry last updated
Aug 23, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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