8576 A Video Tutorial on the Use of a Bell Pepper as a Model for Hysteroscopy Simulation

Abstract

<h3>Study Objective</h3> In this educational video, we demonstrate the use of a bell pepper as a model for hysteroscopy simulation. <h3>Design</h3> This model is created by using an os-finder to bore a hole into the side of a bell pepper. Hysteroscopic equipment is set up in the traditional fashion with or without fluid. The features of the bell pepper can then be used to practice skills including visualization, tissue sampling of the bell pepper seeds, and septum take-down which are demonstrated in this video. <h3>Setting</h3> N/A. <h3>Patients or Participants</h3> N/A. <h3>Interventions</h3> N/A. <h3>Measurements and Main Results</h3> N/A. <h3>Conclusion</h3> Obstetrics and gynecology residents in ACGME-accredited programs are required to complete forty hysteroscopies during their training. Hysteroscopy education with simulation has been shown to improve procedural knowledge, performance, and procedure time, as well as increase interest and confidence among OB-GYN trainees. The benefit of using a bell pepper as a DIY educational model is that it is inexpensive, easily accessible and provides haptic feedback while simultaneously being easily replaceable for skill repetition. These DIY models have been shown to be preferred by trainees and education using these models has been shown to improve trainees' procedural skills and confidence. The skills developed using this model include diagnostic skills such as equipment handling and cavity visualization and operative skills including tissue sampling, polypectomy and septum-take down.