Hernia model
First Claim
1. An anatomical model for surgical training, comprising:
- a simulated abdominal wall located at a first end and having an inner surface and an outer surface;
the simulated abdominal wall including at least one opening extending between the inner surface and the outer surface;
a simulated peritoneum located at a second end and having an inner surface and an outer surface;
the simulated peritoneum being connected and adjacent to the simulated abdominal wall such that the simulated abdominal wall and the simulated peritoneum are substantially adjacent; and
a plurality of simulated tissue components positioned between the simulated peritoneum and the simulated abdominal wall;
at least some of the simulated tissue components being adhered at least in part to at least one of, the simulated peritoneum and the simulated abdominal wall;
wherein the model includes a curved configuration in which a cavity is defined by the simulated abdominal wall and the simulated peritoneum; and
wherein at least a portion of the simulated peritoneum is removably located inside one opening in the simulated abdominal wall.
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Abstract
A model for practicing transabdominal pre-peritoneal (TAPP) and total extraperitoneal (TEP) approaches for laparoscopic hernia repairs is provided. The model simulates an insufflated space between the abdominal muscles and peritoneum. A spring layer may be incorporated to provide a realistic resiliency to the model while in the simulated insufflated configuration. At least one hole is provided in the model from which synthetic tissue protrudes to simulate a hernia. The model is used to selectively simulate direct, indirect and femoral inguinal hernias as well as incisional hernias by removably placing the protruding simulated tissue into any one of several openings. The model contains all important anatomical structures and sits on a base frame or is connected to a rigid simulated pelvis. When located inside a laparoscopic trainer with an angled top cover, the model provides an ideal simulation for teaching and practicing laparoscopic hernia repair.
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12 Claims
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1. An anatomical model for surgical training, comprising:
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a simulated abdominal wall located at a first end and having an inner surface and an outer surface;
the simulated abdominal wall including at least one opening extending between the inner surface and the outer surface;a simulated peritoneum located at a second end and having an inner surface and an outer surface;
the simulated peritoneum being connected and adjacent to the simulated abdominal wall such that the simulated abdominal wall and the simulated peritoneum are substantially adjacent; anda plurality of simulated tissue components positioned between the simulated peritoneum and the simulated abdominal wall;
at least some of the simulated tissue components being adhered at least in part to at least one of, the simulated peritoneum and the simulated abdominal wall;wherein the model includes a curved configuration in which a cavity is defined by the simulated abdominal wall and the simulated peritoneum; and
wherein at least a portion of the simulated peritoneum is removably located inside one opening in the simulated abdominal wall. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)
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12. An anatomical model for surgical training, comprising:
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a simulated abdominal wall located at a first end and having an inner surface and an outer surface;
the simulated abdominal wall including a first opening and a second opening extending between the inner surface and the outer surface;a simulated peritoneum located at a second end and having an inner surface and an outer surface;
the simulated peritoneum being connected and adjacent to the simulated abdominal wall such that the simulated abdominal wall and the simulated peritoneum are substantially adjacent;a plurality of simulated tissue components positioned between the simulated peritoneum and the simulated abdominal wall;
at least some of the simulated tissue components being adhered at least in part to at least one of the simulated peritoneum and the simulated abdominal wall;wherein the model includes a curved configuration in which a cavity is defined by the simulated abdominal wall and the simulated peritoneum; and a simulated bowel;
at least a portion of the simulated bowel is removably inserted into one of the first opening and second opening.
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