Virtual breast oncoplastic surgery simulator (VBOSS): A novel training tool in breast surgery

Lim, Geok Hoon; Lee, Jieying; Yen, Ching Chiuan

doi:10.1016/j.ejso.2018.07.062

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“…Moreover, several studies have highlighted that skills acquired in simulation are transferable to the real life setting. 19,24,27 Regarding simulation in breast surgery per se, examples of simulators include the virtual breast oncoplastic simulator (VBOSS) 28 and the mastrotrainer, 29 models for oncoplastic breast reduction surgery, and augmentation/reduction or mastectomy, respectively. Simulation for practicing SLNB has been described using a PVC based model.…”

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Assessment of Technical Skills in Axillary Lymph Node Dissection

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Response to Editor and ReviewersReferee 1 Comments to the Author: This report comes from the Imperial College where the surgeons have led in models used for simulation. They have developed a model for axillary lymph node dissection and then studied it amongst "experts, senior residents and junior residents" and claim their findings provide construct validity. Referee 2Comments to the Author: Timely article and fascinating results. Authors' response: We thank the reviewer and agree the results are extremely timely given the attenuation in the number of axillary lymph node procedures and recently documented worldwide attenuation in training opportunities in axillary procedures. The results are indeed fascinating with relevance for both residents in training and board-certified cancer surgeons.Referee 1, comment 1. How were the raters trained? Did they assess videos until their scores were congruent? Authors' response: The attendings received no additional training in axillary lymphadenectomy assessment. However, both raters were involved in the development of this simulation and in designing the assessment methods therein. Moreover, they regularly teach and assess axillary lymph node dissection in both clinical practice and across the region on behalf of the London Deanery Skills Training Programme using breast simulation. The authors performed post-hoc analyses to evaluate both the consistency and reliability between raters (see R1 supplementary digital content -SDC5); these results demonstrated good internal consistency (Cronbach's =0.89-0.97) and modest inter-rater reliability (Cohen's Kappa=0.1-0.2).

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“…Virtual Breast Oncoplastic Surgery Simulator (VBOSS) 1 is a novel virtual tool to teach the sequential steps of oncoplastic surgery (Figure 1). Ten scenarios illustrating round block, V, J, and wise pattern mammoplasty with tumors at different locations have been created.…”

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Evaluation of Virtual Breast Oncoplastic Surgery Simulator (VBOSS) as a training tool

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“…Limitations of ABOSS include it does not allow dissection for the teaching of the surgical steps. These steps could be taught using the Virtual Breast Oncoplastic Surgery Simulator (VBOSS), 5,6 an online tool. In the COVID19 pandemic, when face to face teaching was restricted, teaching using simulators would be useful.…”

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A First Reported Adjustable Breast Volume Simulator for Teaching Oncoplastic Surgery Marking: Adjustable Breast Oncoplastic Surgery Simulator

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Background The current simulators for teaching oncoplastic surgery marking are available in a fixed size for each model. This is not an accurate reflection of the variety of patient’s breast volumes in reality and may limit the teaching to certain techniques associated with the particular breast ptosis/size. Device description This is the first reported simulator with varying breast volumes/ptosis in a single model for teaching oncoplastic surgery marking, known as Adjustable Breast Oncoplastic Surgery Simulator (ABOSS). Adjustable Breast Oncoplastic Surgery Simulator was created using 3D printing. Preliminary results Adjustable Breast Oncoplastic Surgery Simulator could simulate the breast in appearance and texture. It is inexpensive and allows the practice of various markings based on the different breast volumes/ptosis in a single model. It also allows for the practice of the marking needed in asymmetric breasts to correct the asymmetry. Current status Plans for commercialisation were made.

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Virtual breast oncoplastic surgery simulator (VBOSS): A novel training tool in breast surgery

Cited by 7 publications

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Assessment of Technical Skills in Axillary Lymph Node Dissection

Assessment of Technical Skills in Axillary Lymph Node Dissection

Evaluation of Virtual Breast Oncoplastic Surgery Simulator (VBOSS) as a training tool

A First Reported Adjustable Breast Volume Simulator for Teaching Oncoplastic Surgery Marking: Adjustable Breast Oncoplastic Surgery Simulator

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