Assessment of Laparoscopic Radical Nephrectomy Videos on YouTube Using LAP-VEGaS Criteria: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

Authors : Resul Sobay, Hasan Samet Güngör, Abdurrahman İnkaya, Murat Beyatlı, Mehmet Umut Evci, Ahmet Tahra, Eyüp Veli Küçük

Pages : 170-177

Doi:10.54233/endourolbull-1757629

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Publication Date : 2025-09-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Objective: YouTube has become an increasingly important platform for surgical education; however, the quality of laparoscopic surgery videos is variable. The LAParoscopic Surgery Video Educational Guidelines (LAP-VEGaS) provides a standardized framework for assessing surgical video quality. Material and Methods: A systematic search was conducted on YouTube using relevant search terms. English-narrated laparoscopic radical nephrectomy videos were included. Each video was evaluated using the 9-item core LAP-VEGaS checklist. Results: Twenty-one videos were included. The mean LAP-VEGaS score was 9.14 ± 3.72 (range 3–16). Videos originated from 11 different countries, with India contributing 38.1% (n=8). No significant correlation was found between popularity metrics and educational quality (p>0.05). Conclusion: Laparoscopic radical nephrectomy videos on YouTube demonstrate a moderate level of educational quality. The lack of association between popularity and educational value highlights the necessity of quality assessment tools in surgical education.
Keywords : laparoskopik cerrahi, LAP- VEGaS, nefrektomi, video kalite değerlendirmesi, YouTube

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