Effect of Mindfulness Training on Skill Performance in Simulator-Based Knee Arthroscopy Training for Novice Residents-A Randomized Controlled Study.

Objectives: Negative emotions affect not only the physical health of residents but also the performance of surgical skills. Mindfulness training has been shown to be effective in improving mood. However, few studies have explored its effect on surgical skill performance.

Validity of A Novel Simulator for Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy.

Background: Percutaneous transforaminal endoscopic discectomy (PTED) has steep learning curves and a high incidence of complications, but currently, efficient and economical training methods are lacking. This study aimed to validate a novel simulator for PTED.

Methods: The simulated PTED included puncturing and establishing the working channel (PEWC) and endoscopic discectomy, with the PEWC being the tested module.

A spaced retraining schedule with 2-day interval improves the acquisition and retention of simulation-based basic arthroscopic skills.

Purpose: To compare the effect of three differently spaced retraining schedules (1-day, 2-day, and 1-week intervals) on the acquisition of basic arthroscopic skills and skill retention after 3 months.

Methods: Thirty orthopaedic residents without arthroscopic experience were enrolled in a double-blind, randomised, parallel-controlled trial. Spaced retaining schedules were divided into massed training and retraining phases.

Spinal Fusion Versus Repeat Discectomy for Recurrent Lumbar Disc Herniation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Objective: Recurrent lumbar disc herniation (RLDH) is one of the major causes of failure for primary surgery. Repeat discectomy (RD) and spinal fusion (SF) are 2 surgical options for RLDH. The objective of our study is to compare the effectiveness of SF compared with RD in the treatment of RLDH.