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.