Data Analysis
The authors analysed the interviews for recurrent themes once all
interviews were completed. The interview responses were compiled and
examined through modified thematic analysis using open and axial coding.
The data coding was independently reviewed and interpreted by three
authors. Using validated grounded theory, open coding is the
deconstruction of information into common groups based on shared ideas,
and axial coding involves organizing information into overarching
themes7. Due to our novel research methodology on this
topic, the aim was exploratory to elucidate original and recurrent
themes.
RESULTS
All six surgeons invited to participate in the study completed full
interviews. Five of the six participants were male (83%). All surgeons
had at minimum one year of experience with the 3D endoscopy system.