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From Tutoring Gross Anatomy to Pancreatic Surgery Innovation

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  • Alberto Balduzzi

    (Department of General and Pancreatic Surgery, The Pancreas Institute, University of Verona Hospital Trust, 37134 Verona, VR, Italy)

  • Giovanni Marchegiani

    (Department of General and Pancreatic Surgery, The Pancreas Institute, University of Verona Hospital Trust, 37134 Verona, VR, Italy)

Abstract

The training for pancreatic surgery still is not conducted according to standardized protocols, and academic programs differ between countries and hospitals. Moreover, due to recent technological innovations such as minimally invasive and robotic surgery, and the broader indications for complex pancreatic procedures due to the use of neoadjuvant chemotherapy, training is continuously redefining itself. The historical paradigm of “see one, do one, teach one” has been challenged and might have become obsolete. Finally, the rising number of surgical residents along with the limited time required practicing during residency might represent a major limitation to becoming an independent surgeon. Gross anatomy is a solid practice for the active learning of human anatomy during medical school. With regards to the pancreas, it offers a unique opportunity to both actively study the pancreatic gland anatomy during dissection and simulate actual surgical procedures. A critical review of the literature was conducted, aiming to assess the role of gross anatomy in surgical training and possible future perspectives.

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  • Alberto Balduzzi & Giovanni Marchegiani, 2021. "From Tutoring Gross Anatomy to Pancreatic Surgery Innovation," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 19(1), pages 1-9, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:19:y:2021:i:1:p:359-:d:714217
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