🩺 A Low-Cost, Do-It-Yourself Laparoscopic Simulator for Basic Surgery Training

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 Laparoscopic surgery demands exceptional hand–eye coordination, spatial awareness, and precision. However, access to commercial laparoscopic simulators is often limited due to high costs and infrastructure requirements 💰. A low-cost, do-it-yourself (DIY) laparoscopic simulator offers an innovative and inclusive solution, enabling surgical trainees to practice essential skills in a safe, repeatable, and stress-free environment 🧠👐.


🧩 2. Concept & Design Principles

The simulator is designed to replicate the core ergonomics of minimally invasive surgery while remaining affordable and easy to construct 🛠️.
Key design elements include:

  • 📦 A compact training box simulating the abdominal cavity

  • 🔦 Internal lighting for clear visualization

  • 📷 A basic camera or smartphone for video feedback

  • 🎯 Entry ports mimicking trocar placement

The focus is on functionality over complexity, ensuring effective skill transfer without unnecessary technical barriers.

🔧 3. Assembly & Materials

The DIY simulator is assembled using readily available household or low-cost materials, making it accessible even in resource-limited settings 🌍.
Common components include:

  • Plastic or cardboard container

  • LED light source

  • USB camera or mobile phone holder

  • Rubber grommets for instrument ports

Assembly requires minimal technical expertise and can be completed within a short time ⏱️, encouraging learner ownership and creativity.

🧪 4. Training Applications

The simulator supports practice of fundamental laparoscopic tasks, including:

  • ✂️ Object transfer

  • 🪢 Knot tying

  • 🧵 Suturing

  • 🎯 Precision targeting

Repeated practice improves motor control, depth perception, and ambidexterity, forming a strong foundation for real surgical procedures 🏥.

📊 5. Pilot Validation & Outcomes

Pilot validation studies demonstrate high user satisfaction and measurable skill improvement 📈. Trainees reported enhanced confidence, improved coordination, and better understanding of laparoscopic mechanics. The simulator showed strong potential as a supplementary training tool, particularly for beginners 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️.

🌟 6. Educational Impact & Future Scope

This low-cost simulator promotes equitable surgical education, fostering self-directed learning and continuous skill refinement ✨. Future enhancements may include task standardization, performance metrics, and virtual integration to further enrich training outcomes 🚀.

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