Changes in arthroscopic training and education among German-speaking surgical residents: a prospective survey from 2020 and 2024

Arthroscopy has emerged as a crucial technique in modern orthopedic surgery, offering significant advantages over traditional open procedures. However, the steep learning curve and the need for advanced psychomotor skills presents challenges in training residents effectively. This study aimed to ass...

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Main Authors: Schmidt, Sebastian (Author) , Mengis, Natalie (Author) , Navas, Luis (Author) , Offerhaus, Christoph (Author) , Watrinet, Julius (Author) , Krahl, Daniel (Author) , Leutheuser, Sebastian (Author)
Format: Article (Journal)
Language:English
Published: 26. Mai 2025
In: Zeitschrift für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie
Year: 2025, Pages: 1-9
ISSN:1864-6743
DOI:10.1055/a-2593-7976
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Author Notes:Authors: Sebastian Schmidt, Natalie Mengis, Luis Navas, Christoph Offerhaus, Julius Watrinet, Daniel Krahl, Sebastian Leutheuser

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