Enhancing laparoscopic simulator performance with eye-tracking video feedback: a mixed-methods pilot study
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March 18, 2026
Objective:
To evaluate whether visualising gaze patterns during video feedback improves specific aspects of simulator performance and the overall training experience.
Key Findings:
- 90% of residents had prior experience, but 60% found tasks more challenging than expected.
- Objective heat map analysis showed the experimental group had more focused gaze patterns.
- Subjective feedback value ratings did not significantly differ between groups, indicating a need for further investigation into feedback effectiveness.
- Qualitative interviews indicated that technological feedback is most effective with expert mentorship.
Interpretation:
Eye-tracking feedback may enhance visual strategies in laparoscopic training, but larger studies are needed to validate these findings and understand their broader implications.
Limitations:
- Small sample size limits generalizability and the ability to draw definitive conclusions.
- Subjective feedback ratings did not show significant differences, suggesting further exploration is necessary.
Conclusion:
The study suggests that integrating eye-tracking feedback into structured curricula with expert guidance may improve laparoscopic training outcomes.
