The Learning Curve in Skullbase Surgery Part 2–From the Microsurgical Lab Training to the Operative Room

Abstract

In this second part, the authors review and suggest a methodology for studies in skull base surgery and training in microsurgical laboratory, based on their experiences and reflections. Not only are the foundations for the acquisition of microsurgical skills presented, but also what is needed to be an effective skullbase surgeon with good results. The present article reflects in particular the philosophy of professor Evandro de Oliveira and also serves to present to the neurosurgical community a new state-of-the-art laboratory for hands-on courses in Brazil, at the Faculdade Evangélica Mackenzie do Paraná.

Resumo

Nesta segunda parte, os autores revisam e sugerem uma metodologia para o estudo em cirurgia de base de crânio e treinamento em laboratório de microcirurgia baseado em suas experiencias e reflexões. Não apenas os fundamentos para a aquisição de habilidades microcirúrgicas estão presentes, como também, o que é necessário para ser um eficiente cirurgião de base de crânio com bons resultados. Este artigo reflete, em particular, a filosofia do Professor Evandro de Oliveira, além de servir para apresentar a comunidade neurocirúrgica o novo “estado da arte” em laboratórios de cursos “hands-on” no Brasil, na Faculdade Evangélica Mackenzie do Paraná.

Keywords

skullbase - learning curve - microsurgical laboratory

Palavras-chave

Base de crânio - Curva de aprendizado - Laboratório de microcirurgia

Note

Some small parts of the present article were published previously in Portuguese by the senior author in a previous article*, but with a focus on the learning. Following ABNT (Brazilian Association for Technical Standards) and copyright rules (law number 9,610), these parts are identified by quotation marks.

*Isolan GR. A construção do conhecimento pelo jovem neurocirurgião: ética, ciência e a importância do treinamento em laboratório de microcirurgia. J Bras Neurocirurg 20 (3): 314–334

This paper, divided in two parts, is a tribute to Professor Evandro de Oliveira, MD, PhD (1945 - 2021)

Publikationsverlauf

Eingereicht: 29. Juli 2022

Angenommen: 18. August 2022

Artikel online veröffentlicht:
16. Dezember 2022

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