From: Feasibility and construct validity of a novel laparoscopic skills testing and training model
 Characteristic | Novices (n = 14) | Experts (n = 10) |
---|---|---|
Age (median and range) in years | 20 (18–55) | 45 (35–60) |
Gender | ||
 ■Male | 8 (57%) | 6 (60%) |
 ■Female | 6 (43%) | 4 (40%) |
Training status | ||
 ■Student | 10 (71%) | 0 (0%) |
 ■Resident in OB&GYN | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
 ■Specialist in OB&GYN | 4 (29%) | 10 (100%) |
Dominant hand | ||
 ■Right | 12 (86%) | 9 (90%) |
 ■Left | 2 (14%) | 1 (10%) |