A computer-based laparoscopic skills assessment device differentiates experienced from novice laparoscopic surgeons
Surgical EndoscopyPublished 1 October 2001
Steven McNatt, C. D. Smith
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A laparoscopic skills assessment device can discern levels of Laparoscopic manipulative skill and can be used in surgical training to make objective assessments of the acquisition of laparoscope skills.
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A laparoscopic skills assessment device can discern levels of laparoscopic manipulative skill. This type of device can be used in surgical training to make objective assessments of the acquisition of laparoscopic skills.
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