Results Pre-test showed the equal knowledge of hernioplasty in both the groups. Post-test
showed significant improvement in the acquisition of the knowledge of hernioplasty surgery …

Purpose Simulation training allows trainees to gain experience in a safe environment.
Computer simulation and animal models to practice a Lichtenstein open inguinal hernia …

Objectives: Inguinal canal anatomy and hernia repair is difficult for medical students and
surgical residents to comprehend. Methods: Using low-cost material, a 3-dimensional …

Background Inguinal hernias remain a challenging area of learning for medical students due
to its relatively complex anatomy. Modern curriculum delivery methods are conventionally …

Purpose During surgical residency, many learning methods are available to learn an
inguinal hernia repair (IHR). This study aimed to investigate which learning methods are …

Background A hernia repair open surgical simulation computer software was developed at
Imperial College London. A randomized controlled educational trial was conducted to …

Purpose: The aim of this study was to develop and validate a reproducible low-cost model
useful for the development and acquisition of skills and competencies required for …

Purpose Open repair of groin hernia is an essential skill for the general surgeon. This study
aimed to develop a low-cost hernia model based on a validated high-fidelity model and …

Background: It is a myth that the student knows the anatomy, causes, sequelae,
complications and types of hernia. Though educational tools for the surgical procedure are …

Background Endoscopic totally extraperitoneal inguinal hernia repair (TEP-IHR) requires
practice and training to perform well. We developed a simple, low-cost, inanimate model to …