Practical Simulation in Urology

by Chandra Shekhar Biyani (Editor), Ben Van Cleynenbreugel (Editor), Alexandre Mottrie (Editor)

Overview

This book provides a detailed overview of a range of simulation models that have been developed which are applicable to urology. Chapters feature critical analysis of techniques including synthetic bench top models, computer-assisted virtual reality and box simulators. Furthermore, details of best practice, the latest innovations and guidance on how to select potential low-cost options is provided, enabling the reader to systematically develop a thorough understanding of the subject.

Practical Simulation in Urology is a comprehensive resource that critically analyses the latest simulation techniques that are applicable in urology, making it an ideal resource for the practicing and trainee urologist seeking an up-to-date overview on the subject.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783030887889
Publisher:	Springer International Publishing
Publication date:	05/05/2022
Edition description:	1st ed. 2022
Pages:	519
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)

About the Author

Mr. Biyani is a Consultant Urological Surgeon at St. James’s University Hospital, Leeds, UK. He has developed expertise in stone disease and laparoscopy. Mr. Biyani trained in General Surgery in India and Urology training in the UK. He is a keen surgical trainer and has delivered courses in UK, Africa and Europe. He was instrumental in developing National Urology Simulation Boot Camp for new urology registrars. He is also Co-Lead for the Cadaveric Simulation Centre (CADSIM) at the University of Leeds.

Prof. Van Cleynenbreugel is a Urologist at Catholic University Leuven, Belgium and specialises in endoscopy, laparoscopy and robotic procedures. As a Board member of the European School of Urology he is focussed on hands on training and has led on laparoscopic training and development of the e-BLUS curriculum. He is Chair of the ESU training and research group

Prof. Alexander Mottrie is​ Head of the Urology department of the OLV hospital in Aalst, Belgium, and CEO of the ORSI Academy, Melle, Belgium. He is the founding president of the EAU Robotic Urology Section (ERUS), past president of the Belgian Laparoscopic Urology Group (BLUG), founding board member and past president of the Society of Robotic Surgeons (SRS). His main fields of interest are urological oncology and minimal invasive surgery. In 2001, he was one of the first to start with robot-assisted surgery, with a track record of over 4,000 robotic procedures today. Being a pioneer in this field, he developed different important techniques and best practices that were adopted by colleagues all over the world. He introduced laparoscopic and robotic surgery in his department and under his impulse, the OLV Hospital evolved into a robotic expert center with over 650 robotic procedures per year. In 2010, Dr. Mottrie founded the ORSI Academy, a multidisciplinary center for training and expertise in minimal invasive surgery.

​Prof. Dr. Mottrie is scientifically very involved. He has authored several scientific papers and is actively involved in congresses via live surgery broadcasts, Masterclasses and state-of-the-art lectures. Moreover, he is the Scientific Director of the ERUS-congresses and the Global Congresses on Prostate Cancer (Prosca). He is guest professor at the Universität des Saarlandes Homburg-Saar (Germany), the Global Robotic Institute Florida Hospital (Orlando, USA), the University of Ghent (Belgium) and the University of Leuven (Belgium).

Table of Contents

History of Simulation in Urology.- Surgical Education and Learning Theory.- Role of a Surgeon as an Educator.- Proficiency-Based Progression Simulation Training; Shortening the learning curve.- Importance of e-learning.- Proficiency and Competency Assessment in training.- Procedural Training Simulators.- Basic Laparoscopic skills training.- Advanced Laparoscopic Simulation.- Cystoscopy and Ureteroscopy Simulation.- Simulation for Benign Prostatic Conditions.- PCNL simulation.- Simulation in Female Urology.- Simulation in penoscrotology (circumcision, SPC, catheterisation, Priapism).- Simulation in Advanced Open Urology(Ileal conduit, ureteric reimplantation).- Low-cost simulations in urology.- Learning Non-technical skills through Simulation.- Basic Robotic Skills Training.- Procedural Robotic Skills Training.- Validated training curricula in Robotic Urology.- Importance of a TTT Course.-Debriefing and Feedback.- Costs in surgical training,does it outweigh to the benefits?.-Standardisation of Training.- Role of Immersive Technology in Urological Simulation.- Role of 3D technology in simulation.- Simulation in Paediatric Urology.- Developing and Designing a Course

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Daniel P Simon, MD (Thomas Jefferson University)
Description: This book offers a comprehensive overview of contemporary simulation models relevant to the field of urology. Early chapters provide background knowledge on the history and development of surgical simulation followed by an overview of learning models that shape our current understanding of simulation-based training. Following chapters provide a detailed critical analysis of the latest simulation models in urology. The closing chapters address the role of the surgeon educator and offer evidence-based strategies for the successful implementation of simulation in urology training.
Purpose: As recognized experts in the field, the authors provide a wide-ranging overview of the role of simulation in surgical training and offer an evidence-based critical appraisal of current simulation models pertinent to urology. The book describes contemporary theories of learning and reviews current methods for the evaluation of surgical competency as well as strategies for effective integration of simulation-based training in urology.
Audience: The comprehensive nature of this book appeals broadly to trainees, educators, and practicing urologists alike. Trainees will find the book useful for discovering simulation models to supplement their clinical experience and optimize their simulation-based learning experiences. The book is ideal for surgeon educators, program directors, and department leadership desiring to improve or implement simulation-based training models.
Features: The opening three chapters review the history of simulation in urology, learning theories in surgery, and the role of the surgeon as an educator. Chapters four through nine expound on the theory of proficiency-based simulation training and methods for evaluating surgical competency. Chapters eight through 15address various simulation models for different types of procedures, including urologic endoscopy, laparoscopy, percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL), and open surgery. Simulation models and curricula pertaining to robotic surgery are specifically addressed in detail in later chapters. Given the popularity of robotic-assisted surgery, these chapters appeal to a wide audience. The last several chapters cover issues related to simulation costs, effective surgical training, and the implementation and standardization of simulation-based training in urology. A bulleted review of the most important information contained within each section can be found at the end of every chapter. Readers will find these "key points" sections especially useful for rapid review and solidifying new knowledge.
Assessment: Simulation is poised to play an increasingly important role in surgical training, and the authors should be strongly commended for producing a groundbreaking and authoritative reference on this topic pertaining specifically to urology. This book succeeds in providing a detailed overview of the latest simulation models for urological procedures and serves as a useful reference for the development and implementation of simulation-based training programs.

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