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Physical activity and anxiety had negative effect on microsurgical ability gain, while caffeine had positive effect. Alcohol and sleep deprivation had no significant effect.  Conclusion: Students with adequate training could achieve performance similar to that obtained by experts. Microsurgical education is realistic during medical graduation and may enable better career choices. 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