Exploring the Intervals in Distributed Laparoscopic Skills Training

Exploring the Intervals in Distributed Laparoscopic Skills Training

The objective of this trial is to investigate if short intervals (1-2 days) between training sessions are more efficient than practicing with longer intervals (6-8 days) between sessions during proficiency-based laparoscopic simulator training. Our hypothesis is that just 1-2 days of break between sessions is optimal for the acquisition of laparoscopic skills and that a shorter interval between sessions is optimal for training.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Master's degree medical students, enrolled at a Danish University.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Medical students that have participated in prior studies or similar involving laparoscopic training.
• Performing laparoscopy surgery between the intervention and the retention test 3-5 weeks after.
• No informed consent.
• Does not speak Danish on a conversational level.
• Any disability or injury regarding eyesight and mobility.