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Surgery training goes gamified: AI game takes on the box trainer

NCT ID NCT07276022

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Edinburgh Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 10, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study compares two ways to train surgeons in laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery: an AI-enhanced game-based simulator (Laptitude) versus a standard box trainer (SurgTrac). About 157 surgical trainees with varying experience will be randomly assigned to one method and then tested on skills like peg transfer and suturing. The goal is to see if the game-based approach leads to faster, better skill acquisition.

What this could mean

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Active substance
AI-enhanced game-based simulation tool (Laptitude) and laparoscopic simulator box trainer (SurgTrac)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a fun, AI-powered game is a better way to train surgeons, potentially making training faster and more accessible.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage trial comparing training tools, not a treatment. Results may not apply to real surgery or all learners.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

157 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Nov 2025

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Novice medical students: no previous experience previous simulation training and/or operative experience. * Novice medically-qualified doctors (MDs): no previous experience previous simulation training and/or operative experience. * Intermediate experience medical students: previously used laparoscopic simulator box trainer. * Intermediate experience medically-qualified doctors (MDs): previously used laparoscopic simulator box trainer. Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to provide informed consent. * Inability to attend for training and assessment.

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Laparoscopic surgery

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Christian Medical College (CMC), Ludhiana

    Ludhiana, Punjab, 141003, India

  • Hospital General San Juan de Dios

    Guatemala City, Guatemala

  • Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)

    Ile-Ife, Nigeria

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