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Surgical simulation: an animal tissue model for training in therapeutic and diagnostic bronchoscopy

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

Bhaskar Ram ,
Matthew Oluwole ,
Robin L. Blair ,
Rodney Mountain ,
Peta Dunkley  and
Paul S. White
Bhaskar Ram
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, University of Dundee, UK.
Matthew Oluwole
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, University of Dundee, UK.
Robin L. Blair
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, University of Dundee, UK.
Rodney Mountain
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, University of Dundee, UK.
Peta Dunkley
Affiliation:
Department of Surgical Skills Unit, University of Dundee, UK.
Paul S. White*
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, University of Dundee, UK.
*
Address for correspondence: Paul White, F.R.C.S. (Ed), F.R.A.C.S., University Department of Otolaryngology, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, Dundee DD1 9SY. Fax: (+44) 1382 632816
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Abstract

A series of surgical simulation exercises has been developed using an animal model to allow trainees to practise basic instrument handling and develop psychomotor skills in bronchoscopy, without risk to patients. A pig model was found to be most suitable. After suitable preparation the model can be used for diagnostic and therapeutic exercises in bronchoscopy, including lavage, biopsy and the removal of various foreign bodies. The model is a safe, inexpensive and convenient means of bronchoscopic training for otolaryngology trainees. For the trained specialist who has to remove bronchial foreign bodies infrequently, the model is a useful way of maintaining skills.

Keywords

Technical trainingSurgeryBronchoscopy

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Main Articles
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The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 113 , Issue 2 , February 1999 , pp. 149 - 151
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1999

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