EP.TU.569Improving Confidence and Technique When Preparing Nipple Smears for Cytology

Abstract Aims To create a sustainable means of educating breast surgeons on how to prepare nipple smears for cytology when investigating discharge. Methods A nation-wide questionnaire 51 doctors conducted in 2020 identified low confidence and competency preparing smear slide. 3-minute training video was subsequently created published the Association Breast Surgery (ABS) website universal access. Doctors were prompted complete after watching assess understanding, confidence, obtain feedback. Results collected analysed using Qualtrics software. 31 completed survey (10% foundation doctors, 77% specialist trainees, 13% consultants). The mean±StD prepared per year 1.74±0.95. percentage who felt confident their technique increased from 44% 100%. Ninety-seven cent correctly store label sample, previously 45%. aware where place sample slide 37% Eighty-seven optimal fluid volume comparison 10% previously. All respondents valuable 71% indicated they would also benefit written list instructions. Conclusions preparation slides has historically been an area clinical uncertainty. An educational successfully educate all grades made universally accessible through ABS website.