Multiple Organ Procurement: A Tool for Teaching Operative Technique of Major Vascular Control

BACKGROUND: With the reduction in residents work hours and time for operative training, particularly for major vascular exposure and control, supplemental education experience is needed. Participation in multiple organ procurement (MOP) may correct this deficiency. METHODS: Senior residents were given written quiz before and after transplantation rotation and participation in MOP, for knowledge in operative exposure of great vessels of the abdomen and chest. RESULTS: Twenty residents, with an average of six organ retrievals per resident, showed significant improvement in surgical knowledge of vascular exposure and control after transplantation rotation. CONCLUSION: Participation in MOP increases resident's familiarity with anatomy and operative technique for expeditious exposure of the major vessels.