Table 3 Validated arthroscopic assessment tools

Howells et al. [13]

Modified Orthopaedic Competence Assessment Project (knee)

Intra-operative 14 point arthroscopic checklist and OSATSGRS

Tool demonstrated improved performance in operating room forsimulator trained individuals compared to untrainedcontrol

Insel et al. [17]

The Basic Arthroscopic Knee Scoring System (knee)

Combined TSCL and GRS for diagnostic knee arthroscopy andpartial meniscectomy

System able to discriminate between individuals withdifferent levels of arthroscopic experience

British Orthopaedic Specialist Advisory Committee [55]

Orthopaedic Competence Assessment Project (knee)

Intra-operative 14 point arthroscopic checklist

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Has not been subjected to validity testing

Elliott et al. [56]

Arthroscopic Skills Assessment Form (knee)

100-point score, 75 for structure identification, 25 for timeto completion and deductions for cartilage injury

Can distinguish between the novice, experienced and expertarthroscopists in the cadaver knee

Shantz et al. [57]

The Objective Assessment of Arthroscopic Skills (OAAS)(knee)

Global skills domains with 5 skill-level options combinedwith 13 point anatomical area checklist

Discriminates between various skill level of training, highinternal consistency and test-retest reliability