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Table 2 Scores on objective global exam

From: Development of a Saw Bones Model for training pedicle screw placement in scoliosis

 

Junior residents

Senior residents

p value

Preparation

3.29 ± 0.49

3.43 ± 0.53

0.591

Time and motion

2.71 ± 0.49

3.71 ± 0.95

0.030

Instrument handling

2.86 ± 0.90

3.14 ± 0.69

0.496

Flow

3.29 ± 0.49

3.57 ± 0.53

0.298

Knowledge

3.29 ± 0.49

3.71 ± 0.76

0.244

Overall

3.29 ± 0.49

3.57 ± 0.53

0.298

  1. Compiled scores for residents based on rubric. This table presents the mean ± standard deviation for each of the five evaluated surgical skills demonstrated by the junior and senior residents. p values obtained from Mann–Whitney tests comparing the groups are presented in the last column with significant values (i.e., p > 0.05) highlighted in italics
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BMC Research Notes

ISSN: 1756-0500

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