Analysis of educational quality of minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy videos on YouTube: a cross-sectional study
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Purpose: Minimally invasive pancreaticoduodenectomy (MIPD) is a complex procedure with a steep learning curve requiring advanced training and surgical proficiency. YouTube (Google LLC) is a widely used platform for surgical education; however, the quality of MIPD videos varies significantly. This study evaluates the educational quality of MIPD videos on YouTube and identifies characteristics of high-quality instructional content. Methods: A YouTube search was conducted on November 11, 2024, using the following 4 keywords: "laparoscopic pancreaticoduodenectomy," "laparoscopic Whipple," "robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy," and "robotic Whipple." Among 200 screened videos, 66 met the inclusion criteria. Videos were evaluated using the Laparoscopic Video Educational Guidelines and Standards (LAP-VEGaS) guidelines (0-18) and an MIPD-specific scoring system (0-12). Results: The quality of YouTube MIPD videos varied considerably. Although videos from academic societies had more views, they did not consistently have higher scores. The highest-rated videos featured comprehensive elements such as preoperative imaging, anatomical annotations, detailed surgical technique, and structured narration. Top-performing videos achieved scores of up to 16/18 (LAP-VEGaS score) and 12/12 (MIPD-specific score). Conclusion: Despite increased reliance on YouTube for surgical education, high-quality MIPD content remains scarce. Academic societies and surgical societies should actively contribute to the production and curation of standardized, high-quality videos to support global surgical training and improve outcomes.
Institutions: The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Sejong General Hospital, Yonsei University, Severance Hospital, Jeonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonbuk National University, Chonnam National University, Chonnam National University Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Health
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7221680532