MATERIAL AND METHODS
The training courses were offered to physicians of different specialties, without prerequisites, with guidance for knowledge and practice with the laparoscopic silicone knot, they were given in public and private hospitals, as well as in a study center, free of charge, carried out by a single instructor and evaluator.There were no conflicts of interest with public or private institutions.To complete the course, only the informed consent of each student was required for analysis and publication of result data. Ethics Committee does not apply for this type of study.