A cost-effective model for training in Robot-Assisted Sacrocolpopexy.

Journal: International urogynecology journal
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: The number of robotically assisted sacrocolpopexy procedures are increasing; therefore, experienced clinicians are needed. Simulation-based cadaver models are challenging in aspects of cost and availability. Therefore, we need to look at alternative and more cost-effective models.

Authors

  • Yair Daykan
    Department of Urogynaecology, Cork University Maternity Hospital, Cork, Ireland. yair.dykan@gmail.com.
  • Rui Farinha
    Department of Urology, Onze-Lieve-Vrouwziekenhuis, Aalst, Belgium; ORSI Academy, Melle, Belgium.
  • Steven E Schraffordt
    Department of Urogynecology, Meander Medical Center, Amersfoort, Netherlands.
  • Alexander Mottrie
    General Surgery and Urology. OLV Hospital. Belgium.
  • Barry A O'Reilly
    Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cork University Maternity Hospital, Cork, Ireland.