HighlightsDifferent diagnosis of the groin mass are inflammatory and tumorous lesions.Eosinophilic funiculitis is very rare; only three cases have been reported to date.If malignancy is suspected, the further examination should be considered preoperatively.
Purpose:
The aim of this study is to show the experience and results of laparoscopic training using origami, a Japanese traditional papercraft, and to discuss its usefulness in gastrointestinal surgery.
Materials and Methods:
A laparoscopic training dry box was used. An origami paper crane was folded using laparoscopic instruments. The time to complete the origami crane was measured.
Results:
Two trainees participated in this study; the total number of origami cranes folded by these trainees was 2000 and 700, respectively. The learning curve gradually improved. According to our experience, this training strengthened mental faculties and was associated with the improvement of hand-eye and left-right coordination, reduction of tremor, acquisition of delicate technique, the ability to distinguish subtle differences in color, ability to respond to trouble.
Conclusions:
Laparoscopic training for gastrointestinal surgery using origami may have the potential to improve the technical skills in laparoscopic surgery.
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