The learning curve in the context of surgical practice
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Abstract
The term “learning curve” is not a new term in surgery. Due to the constant development of operating techniques its importance is increasing. It is an useful tool to assess progression in the acquisition of new surgical skills or when introducing a new procedure in the surgical ward.
Preparation and analysis of learning curves also allows for adequate progress control during surgical training and, if necessary, to modify it.
The work tries to bring closer the idea of learning curves, measures of outcomes and the potential benefits of determining the curves for the surgical procedures.
Abstract
The term “learning curve” is not a new term in surgery. Due to the constant development of operating techniques its importance is increasing. It is an useful tool to assess progression in the acquisition of new surgical skills or when introducing a new procedure in the surgical ward.
Preparation and analysis of learning curves also allows for adequate progress control during surgical training and, if necessary, to modify it.
The work tries to bring closer the idea of learning curves, measures of outcomes and the potential benefits of determining the curves for the surgical procedures.
Keywords
learning curve, surgical training, measure of outcome
About this articleTitle
The learning curve in the context of surgical practice
Journal
Chirurgia Polska (Polish Surgery)
Issue
Pages
16-23
Bibliographic record
Chirurgia Polska 2016;18(1-2):16-23.
Keywords
learning curve
surgical training
measure of outcome
Authors
Adam Kurek
Robert Król
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