SIMULATED DISSECTIBLE TISSUE

摘要

A simulated tissue structure for surgical training is provided. The simulated tissue structure includes a first layer made of silicone and a second layer made of silicone interconnected by a third layer made of polyester fiber that is embedded in part in the first layer and in part in the second layer to create a mechanical linkage between the first layer and the second layer. Part of the third layer that is adjacent to the first layer and part of the third layer that is adjacent to the second layer includes fiber strands coated in silicone. An inclusion that mimics an anatomical structure is located between the first layer and the second layer. The third layer of polyester fibers provides a realistic dissection plane for the practice of the surgical excision of the inclusion.

主权项

1. A simulated tissue structure for surgical training, comprising:
a first layer of silicone polymer with an upper surface and a lower surface defining a thickness therebetween; a second layer of silicone polymer with an upper surface and lower surface defining a thickness therebetween; the second layer being spaced apart from the first layer such that the upper surface of the first layer faces the lower surface of the second layer; and a third layer made of a plurality of entangled fiber located between the first layer and the second layer; at least part of the plurality of entangled fiber of the third layer being embedded in at least one of the first layer and second layer.