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Innovative Pediatric Box Trainer for Laparoscopy: Insights from Force Measurement

Year: 2024

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: This study explores the design and development of a laparoscopic surgery Pediatric Box trainer used with augmented reality (AR) training. A cohort of 11 medical residents from Hershey Medical Center, with varied experience in laparoscopic surgery, participated in a peg transfer task to assess hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and ambidexterity while interacting with the Pediatric Box trainer. Results showed the average force exerting on the needle holder averaged 0.43 N and 0.33 N for the dominant and non-dominate hands, respectively. Individual laparoscopic grasping profiles were shown to uniquely vary among users. Future work will further develop the system to provide more effective AR training feedback based on the grasping force sensed.

Source: Design of Medical Devices Conference (DMD)

DOI: 10.1115/dmd2024-1022

Authors: Hang-Ling Wu, Israa Elsaadany, Scarlett Miller, Jason Moore

Institution: Pennsylvania State University

Language: English

Topic: Surgical Simulation and Training

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

Funders: University of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania State University, National Institutes of Health