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. 2014 Sep;3(4):314-318.
doi: 10.1007/s40037-013-0106-8.

Training basic laparoscopic skills using a custom-made video game

Jetse Goris  1 , Maarten B Jalink  2 , Henk O Ten Cate Hoedemaker  2
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Training basic laparoscopic skills using a custom-made video game

Jetse Goris et al. Perspect Med Educ. 2014 Sep.

Abstract

Video games are accepted and used for a wide variety of applications. In the medical world, research on the positive effects of playing games on basic laparoscopic skills is rapidly increasing. Although these benefits have been proven several times, no institution actually uses video games for surgical training. This Short Communication describes some of the theoretical backgrounds, development and underlying educational foundations of a specifically designed video game and custom-made hardware that takes advantage of the positive effects of games on basic laparoscopic skills.

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Screenshot of the game and the custom controller
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