Abstract:Our study evaluates the technical performance on a surgical simulator in the laboratory setting, with the use of standardized tasks and validated metrics. We believe that a controlled and safe environment aids objective evaluation of LESS compared to SL. Literature on this particular topic is somehow conflicting and heterogeneous. Our trial demonstrated that novices performed LESS tasks without any additional difficulties compared to standard laparoscopy. The aim of such investigation is to support knowledge o… Show more
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