Creation of a Low-Cost Endoscopic Flavectomy Training Model

Abstract

Objective The objective of the study was the development of a low cost simulator of the endoscopic lumbar spine flavectomy technique for use as a teaching method in order to make endoscopic training more accessible. Methods The study was a descriptive research project conducted at the Orthopedic Skills Laboratory of the Health Sciences Department of the Federal University of Paraná. Easily accessible, low cost materials, such as a commercial-use mannequin, EVA plastic, PVC and copper tubing were used to develop the simulator.. Results At the end of the project, it was possible to build a simulator of the endoscopic lumbar spine flavectomy technique with a budget of approximately 464 BRL, or approximately 140 USD. Conclusions We concluded that it was possible to build an endoscopic lumbar spine flavectomy technique simulator on a budget of less than half a Brazilian minimum monthly wage, which makes training more accessible to academics, residents and surgeons. Level of Evidence V; Expert opinion.

Validation of an endoscopic flavectomy training model

“…A previously developed spinal endoscopy simulator was used to assess the selected individuals 16 (Figure 1).…”

“…Real endoscopic surgical scissors were used for the flavectomy procedure (Figure 2). (BRL$465,00) 16 .…”

Validação de constructo e experiência de uso de um simulador de artroscopia de ombro de baixo custo

“…Modelos secos podem ser fáceis de construir, baratos, e despertam interesse nos treinandos e demonstram eficiência similar aos de realidade virtual, 8 9 10 11 12 13 o modelo aqui estudado, foi desenvolvido com este formato e conceito de usar materiais de baixo custo. O passo a passo de materiais e montagem do modelo já foi publicado, 14 e o presente estudo propõe a validação deste modelo ( Fig.…”

“…Dry models can be easy to build, inexpensive, and arouse interest in trainees and demonstrate similar efficiency to virtual reality, 8 9 10 11 12 13 the model studied here was developed with this format and concept of using low-cost materials. The step-by-step material and assembly of the model has already been published, 14 and the present study proposes the validation of this model ( Fig.…”

“…7 The simulator provides unlimited opportunities for training, but with a cost that can exceed 80 thousand dollars, making it unfeasible for several educational institutions. 4,8 Dry models can be easy to build, inexpensive, and arouse interest in trainees and demonstrate similar efficiency to virtual reality, [8][9][10][11][12][13] the model studied here was developed with this format and concept of using low-cost materials. The step-by-step material and assembly of the model has already been published, 14 and the present study proposes the validation of this model (►Fig.…”