For the study, 20 residents were enrolled in either home training with inexpensive, self-contained trainer boxes or simulation center training using standard video trainers. Results showed no difference between the two groups on the post-test and the retention test, but the home-trained group did practice more, which was associated with a higher suture retention score.
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