A reusable ultrasound phantom

Chantler, J.; Gale, L.; Weldon, O. G. W.

doi:10.1111/j.1365-2044.2004.03990.x

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“…[ [11][12][13][14] However, when cost was considered, most demonstrated a preference for the homemade gelatin model. This suggests that a less expensive, homemade version of the task trainer may be a reasonable alternative to a commercial device.…”

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“…Initially, resident physicians and medical students may not have sufficient exposure to performing these procedures. Thus, residency programs and medical schools have World J Emerg Med, Vol 8, No 4, 2017 [11][12][13] Chao et al [14] has shown that practitioners are more comfortable and more successful in executing regional blocks after simulation training. However, few studies have evaluated which models are best for training.…”

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Procedural simulation: medical student preference and value of three task trainers for ultrasound guided regional anesthesia

Lahham¹,

Smith²,

Baker³

et al. 2017

World Journal of Emergency Medicine

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BACKGROUND: Ultrasound guided regional anesthesia is widely taught using task trainer models. Commercially available models are often used; however, they can be cost prohibitive. Therefore, alternative "homemade" models with similar fidelity are often used. We hypothesize that professional task trainers will be preferred over homemade models. The purpose of this study is to determine realism, durability and cleanliness of three different task trainers for ultrasound guided nerve blocks. METHODS:This was a prospective observational study using a convenience sample of medical student participants in an ultrasound guided nerve block training session on January 24th, 2015. Participants were asked to perform simulated nerve blocks on three different task trainers including, 1 commercial and 2 homemade. A questionnaire was then given to all participants to rate their experiences both with and without the knowledge on the cost of the simulator device.RESULTS: Data was collected from 25 participants. The Blue Phantom model was found to have the highest fi delity. Initially, 10 (40%) of the participants preferred the Blue Phantom model, while 10 (40%) preferred the homemade gelatin model and 5 (20%) preferred the homemade tofu model. After cost awareness, the majority, 18 (72%) preferred the gelatin model. CONCLUSION:The Blue Phantom model was thought to have the highest fidelity, but after cost consideration the homemade gelatin model was preferred.

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Procedural simulation: medical student preference and value of three task trainers for ultrasound guided regional anesthesia

Lahham¹,

Smith²,

Baker³

et al. 2017

World Journal of Emergency Medicine

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“…11,12,[15][16][17][18][19][20]24,[28][29][30][31][32][33][34] A chlorhexidine solution (0.5% chlorhexidine and 70% denatured ethanol) was added to reduce biodegradation. 20,26,27 To create a more realistic appearance, some scattering medium was required. Psyllium husk powder has been described as suitable for this purpose.…”

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Development of an Anthropomorphic Shoulder Phantom Model That Simulates Bony Anatomy for Sonographic Measurement of the Acromiohumeral Distance

Adusumilli

McCreesh

Evans

2014

J of Ultrasound Medicine

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The purpose of this project was to create a sonographic phantom model of the shoulder that was accurate in bone configuration. Its main purpose was for operator training to measure the acromiohumeral distance. A computerized 3‐dimensional model of the superior half of the humerus and scapula was rendered and 3‐dimensionally printed. The bone model was embedded in a gelatin compound and set in a shoulder‐shaped mold. The materials used had speeds of sound that were well matched to soft tissue and epiphyseal bone. The model was specifically effective in simulating the acromiohumeral distance because of its accurate bone geometry.

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“…Phantoms (hardware; no physiology; psychomotor and cognitive) Chantler et al inserted a length of ventilator tubing into a Perspex cylinder filled with chlorhexidine 0.5% to assist in central line placement under ultrasound guidance [114]. Farhig et al constructed a geometrically accurate phantom for visualising cerebrovascular flows [115].…”

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confidence: 99%

Simulators for use in anaesthesia

Cumin

Merry

2007

Anaesthesia

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SummaryThere are many simulators available for use in anaesthetic-related education and research. Those who wish to purchase a simulator or to establish a simulation facility face a daunting task in understanding the differences between simulators. Recent reviews have focused on narrower areas of simulation, such as airway management or basic life support, or on the application of simulators. It would be difficult to deal in detail with every simulator ever made for anaesthesia, but in the present review we cover the spectrum of currently available anaesthetic simulators, provide an overview of different types of simulator, and discuss a selection of simulators of particular interest, including some of historical significance and some examples of 'home made' simulators. We have found no common terminology amongst authors for describing or classifying simulators, and propose a framework for describing (or classifying) them that is simple, clear and applicable to any simulator.

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A reusable ultrasound phantom

Cited by 14 publications

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Procedural simulation: medical student preference and value of three task trainers for ultrasound guided regional anesthesia

Procedural simulation: medical student preference and value of three task trainers for ultrasound guided regional anesthesia

Development of an Anthropomorphic Shoulder Phantom Model That Simulates Bony Anatomy for Sonographic Measurement of the Acromiohumeral Distance

Simulators for use in anaesthesia

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