Training for norplant implant removal: Assessment of learning curves and competency

Obstetrics and GynecologyPublished 1 February 1997Open access

Paul D. Blumenthal, Lynne Gaffikin, Biran Affandi, A M Bongiovanni, John A. McGrath, Gwen M. Glew

DOI10.1016/s0029-7844(96)00484-x

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Citations19

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SJR score1.97

SNIP2.22

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Using competency-based training methods, the “U” removal technique was learned easily by inexperienced clinicians and appears to offer significant improvements in speed and achievement of proficiency over the standard technique recommended by the manyfacturer.

Abstract

Using competency-based training methods, the "U" removal technique was learned easily by inexperienced clinicians. It appears to offer significant improvements in speed and achievement of proficiency over the standard technique recommended by the manufacturer. Large-scale programs should consider using competency-based training and the "U" technique as the removal method of choice when providing training in implant removal.

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