Evaluation of the clinical performance of trainees compared to experts using the computer-based ERCP simulator

Background: Different simulators are available to supplement clinical ERCP training. The computer-based simulator is useful for understanding the anatomy, duodenal motility and basic orientation for cannulation. It has been demonstrated that the simulator practice improves the clinical performance of trainees hence can augment the ERCP training. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the clinical ERCP performance of trainees compared to experts using the computer-based simulator. Methods: Trainees who perform esophago-gastroduodenoscopy and colonoscopy but are naive to ERCP (n=13) and ERCP skilled experts (>5000 ERCP…