Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
3302629 Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 2016 9 Pages PDF
Abstract
Nationally generalizable learning curves for colonoscopy skills in gastroenterology fellows are described. Average ACE scores of 3.5, cecal intubation rates of 90%, and intubation times less than 15 minutes are recommended as minimal competency criteria. On average, it takes 250 procedures to achieve competence in colonoscopy. The thresholds found in this multicenter cohort by using the ACE tool are nearly identical to the previously established MCSAT benchmarks and are consistent with recent gastroenterology training recommendations but far higher than current training requirements in other specialties.
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