Review of the Hands-On Laparoscopic Cadaveric Dissection for Retroperitoneal Pelvic Anatomy, Advanced Gynaecological Surgery and Robotic Simulation Course - EMJ
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A DETAILED understanding of pelvic anatomy underpins safe gynaecological surgery, but developing advanced surgical skills requires opportunities to move beyond simulation. At the University of Leeds, UK, the European Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (ESGE) brought together senior trainees and consultant gynaecologists for hands-on cadaveric dissection and robotic simulation. This feature explores the course’s practical lessons, the expertise behind its delivery, and the generosity of body donors who make this training possible.
Minimally invasive gynaecological surgery continues to evolve rapidly, with increasing complexity in the management of endometriosis, gynaecological malignancies, and benign pelvic disease. While simulation has transformed surgical education, many advanced procedures still require an understanding of anatomical planes and tissue handling that can only be fully appreciated through cadaveric dissection.
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