An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews Evaluating Learning Curves for Surgical Procedures

Jozel Ramirez, Matthew Kobetic, Toby Leach, Christin Hoffmann, Natalie S. Blencowe, National Institute for Health and Care Research Bristol Biomedical Research Centre, Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Bristol Medical School, Population Health Sciences, University of Bristol, North Bristol NHS Trust

Surgical Innovation

Published online on July 30, 2026

Abstract

Surgical Innovation, Ahead of Print.
The surgical learning curve is a critical component of surgical innovation. However, currently there is no standardised way to report or measure it. This umbrella review aims to identify and synthesise the terminology, data items, and methods used to ...