A novel approach to teaching the pelvic organ prolapse quantification (POP-Q) exam.
OBJECTIVE
The purpose of this study is to develop an inexpensive, feasible, and useful 3-D model for teaching and performing the pelvic organ prolapse quantification (POP-Q) exam.


METHODS
We constructed POP-Q models using socks and cardboard tubing. During lectures at two residency programs, residents completed a self-assessment before and after using the model. We dichotomized learners into "beginner learners" (PGY-1-2s) and "experienced learners" (PGY-3-4s). Change in understanding, comfort performing, and confidence in teaching the POP-Q and perceived usefulness of the model were then assessed based on learner experience.


RESULTS
The models took 2 h to build and cost seven dollars. Ninety percent (26/29) of residents completed both questionnaires. Eighty-nine percent "agreed" or "strongly agreed" the model was useful. All self-assessment questions regarding the POP-Q exam improved after training for both groups.


CONCLUSIONS
The "sock-and-tube" model is an inexpensive, easily constructed model for teaching the POP-Q exam that residents found useful and with improved understanding of and comfort with the exam.
Parnell
Brent A
BA
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Campus Box 7570, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7570, USA. bparnell@med.unc.edu
Dunivan
Gena C
GC
Geller
Elizabeth J
EJ
Connolly
Annamarie
A
D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing / Q000379:methods*; D005240:Feasibility Studies; D005260:Female; D058869:Gynecological Examination / Q000379:methods*; D006176:Gynecology / Q000193:education*; D006306:Health Surveys; D006801:Humans; D007396:Internship and Residency; D008953:Models, Anatomic; D056887:Pelvic Organ Prolapse / Q000175:diagnosis*; D012647:Self-Assessment