SIMULATED DISSECTIBLE TISSUE

摘要

A simulated dissectible tissue for surgical training is provided. The simulated tissue comprises a silicone gel layer encapsulated within a silicone shell. A simulated anatomical structure is embedded together with the silicone gel layer within the sealed shell. The silicone shell as well as the silicone gel layer may include a deadening agent. Further processing of the silicone gel layer may include adding alcohol and, optionally, heating the mixture. The simulated dissectible tissue may be formed into a specific tissue or organ model for practicing surgical skills. The user practices incising through the outer layer and separating the shell layer along a dissection plane defined by the silicone gel layer to gain visibility of the embedded simulated anatomical structures. The silicone gel layer simulates dissectible tissue and has glossy and elastic properties that provide a realistic dissectible tissue layer for emulating skeletonization of the simulated anatomical structures contained therein.

主权项

1. A method of manufacturing a simulated dissectible tissue for surgical training comprising the steps of:
providing a first layer of silicone; curing the first layer; providing a mold having a central cavity; placing the first layer of silicone onto the mold such that the first layer covers central cavity; preparing a silicone gel; applying the uncured silicone gel onto the first layer; providing a second layer of silicone; placing the second layer over the silicone gel and the first layer; curing the silicone gel; and curing the second layer.