Arthroscopy. 2017 Nov;33(11):2024-2025. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2017.06.026.
In a randomized controlled trial of arthroscopic training tools, the low-cost/low-fidelity Cigar Box Arthroscopy Trainer demonstrated equivalent efficacy to the validated, and more expensive, Anatomic Knee Arthroscopy Trainer (AKAT) in the training of novice arthroscopists using a validated scoring system, the Basic Arthroscopic Knee Skill Scoring System. As simulation training and formal surgical skills training is now mandatory, residency and fellowship programs are required to incorporate training modules and equipment to maximize learning while minimizing potential for patient harm. Low-cost, low-fidelity simulation tools such as this may provide a solution to do so while minimizing costs and maximizing educational returns on investment. The value in simulation training will be in its synergistic ability to augment the traditional apprenticeship model of resident and fellow training.
在一项关节镜训练工具的随机对照试验中，低成本/低保真雪茄盒关节镜训练器在使用经过验证的评分系统（基础关节镜膝关节技能评分系统）对新手关节镜医师进行培训方面，与经过验证的、更昂贵的解剖膝关节关节镜训练器（AKAT）具有同等效果。随着模拟训练和正式手术技能培训现在成为强制性要求，住院医师和研究员培训计划需要纳入培训模块和设备，以最大限度地提高学习效果，同时最大限度地降低患者伤害的风险。这种低成本、低保真的模拟工具可能是一种解决方案，可以在降低成本的同时，最大限度地提高投资回报率。模拟培训的价值在于它能够增强传统的住院医师和研究员培训的学徒模式的协同作用。
