The predictive value of aptitude assessment in laparoscopic surgery: a meta‐analysis

ConclusionsIn general, aptitude assessments are associated with laparoscopic skill level. Simulator‐based assessment of aptitude appears to have the potential to represent a job sample and to enable the assessment of all forms of aptitude for laparoscopic surgery at once. A laparoscopy aptitude test can be a valuable additional tool in the assessment of candidates for medical specialties that require laparoscopic skills.
Source: Medical Education - Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Tags: Medical Education in Review Source Type: research