Ultrasound Training Program for Gynecologic Cancer Staging in Residents

Development and Validation of an Ultrasound Training Program for Residents in Staging Gynecological Cancers (Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer and Cervical Cancer)

This is a prospective, interventional study aiming to develop and validate an ultrasound training program for gynecology and obstetrics residents, focused on the staging of gynecologic cancers, including ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancer. The program consists of theoretical lectures, practical hands-on sessions, and supervised clinical case evaluations over a six-month period. Residents will perform ultrasound examinations independently, which will be compared to those conducted by expert sonographers. The primary objective is to assess the learning curve of each trainee by evaluating diagnostic concordance with expert findings across specific staging parameters.

Inclusion Criteria:

• At least six gynecology residents who will regularly attend the ultrasound center daily, with overlapping shifts.
• All patients with a diagnosis or suspected diagnosis of gynecological cancer, including ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancers, will be included in the study and scanned by both residents and experts.
• Signing of the informed consent by the participants.

Exclusion Criteria:

• non-gynecology specialists, with attendance schedules at the center other than daily.
• Failure to sign the informed consent by the participants.