Benign surgical procedures represent a cornerstone of healthcare, addressing non-cancerous conditions to improve patient quality of life and functionality. Advancements in surgical techniques, from minimally invasive approaches to robotic-assisted methods, have revolutionized clinical outcomes. These advancements reduce recovery times and enhance patient satisfaction, yet they also necessitate continual updates in surgeon education to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained. As technology advances, so too must the training and skills of healthcare professionals, highlighting an ongoing challenge in the field.
This Research Topic aims to enhance the understanding and application of benign surgical practices by showcasing cutting-edge techniques, evaluating clinical outcomes, and exploring innovative educational methods. The goal is to unify the latest in clinical findings with educational advancements, providing a platform to discuss the impacts of these innovations on decision-making for patient care and surgeon training. The insights garnered are intended to influence clinical practices, optimize patient health outcomes, and reshape surgical education frameworks, especially concerning non-cancerous procedures.
To gather further insights on this rapidly evolving field, we welcome articles with a focus on, but not limited to, the following themes:
o Refinement of minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical techniques;
o Analysis of patient-reported outcomes and safety profiles;
o Strategies for perioperative care and reducing surgical complications;
o Incorporation of simulation, virtual reality, and other innovative tools in education;
Manuscripts may be submitted in the form of original research, reviews, systematic analyses, clinical trials, case studies, and technical reports. Educational perspectives on training methodologies, curriculum development, and assessments for surgical proficiency are encouraged. Contributions highlighting multidisciplinary collaboration and global perspectives on benign surgical care will be highly valued.
Keywords: Benign surgery: Techniques, outcomes and education
Important note: All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
