Collaboration in simulation: The development and initial validation of a novel thoracoscopic neonatal simulator

The Development and Evaluation of a Novel Thoracoscopic Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair Simulator

“…We have previously published our experience with a real tissue thoracoscopic esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula repair simulator, completed with second-trimester fetal bovine tissue. 15,16 In the thoracoscopic esophageal atresia/ tracheoesophageal fistula model, our Realism of materials and Realism of experience were rated higher than in this study using synthetics. Unfortunately, the cost of real tissue will drive the cost for the simulator far higher.…”

Simulation for Pediatric Surgery and Surgical Specialties

“…Higher fidelity simulators represent an opportunity to develop procedure-specific skills such as incision and port placement, anatomical dissection, tissue manipulation, and intraoperative decision-making. The general thinking is that the higher-level learner will benefit more from an immersive experience that essentially replicates an operation [41][42][43]. Interestingly, this is somewhat in conflict with the findings of medical-based simulation research where in resuscitationbased scenarios the trueness of physical exam findings do not necessarily impact the perceived realism by the learner [44].…”

“…The description of simulators for these disease entities is limited but evolving. A group in the USA has led the way in developing an innovative neonatal thoracic model combining a 3D-printed plastic thorax and bovine mediastinal tissues ( [43,51]; Fig. 22.5).…”

Evaluation of Three Sources of Validity Evidence for a Laparoscopic Duodenal Atresia Repair Simulator

“…We have previously presented our work on the creation of several different minimally invasive simulators for congenital anomalies. [3][4][5][6] Using similar methods, we created a laparoscopic DA repair simulator. The purpose of this study was to evaluate three levels of validity evidence-test content, response processes, and internal structure-to support or refute its use in pediatric surgical education.…”