Locally developed low-cost simulator for manual reduction of pediatric inguinal hernia in Rwanda

Key Points

• The simulator demonstrates effective manual reduction of inguinal hernias, improving training outcomes for medical staff.
• Key evidence shows a significant increase in successful reduction rates during training sessions with the simulator.
• Assessment using the local low-cost simulator provides practical experience for pediatric inguinal hernia management.
• Implications suggest this approach could enhance surgical skills locally, but further validation in clinical practice is needed.