Laparoscopic training device and method of use
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1. A laparoscopic training device comprising:
- at least one aperture defining means;
a means for allowing the aperture defining means to be positioned above a surgical specimen in a manner which simulates a surgical opening in a laparoscopic surgical procedure, the means for allowing the aperture defining means to be positioned including a means for repositioning the aperture defining means relative to the specimen; and
a moveable surface defining a surgical aperture mounted within an aperture defined by the aperture defining means, wherein the moveable surface is mounted to the aperture defining means by means of an elongated thread or wire.
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Abstract
A device for assisting in the training of laparoscopic surgical techniques is disclosed. The device is characterized in that it provides a relatively simple, transportable device that allows a physician to practice laparoscopic surgical techniques without the need for assistance or complicated surgical set-ups.
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1. A laparoscopic training device comprising:
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at least one aperture defining means; a means for allowing the aperture defining means to be positioned above a surgical specimen in a manner which simulates a surgical opening in a laparoscopic surgical procedure, the means for allowing the aperture defining means to be positioned including a means for repositioning the aperture defining means relative to the specimen; and a moveable surface defining a surgical aperture mounted within an aperture defined by the aperture defining means, wherein the moveable surface is mounted to the aperture defining means by means of an elongated thread or wire. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3)
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4. A laparoscopic training method which comprises the steps of:
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a) providing a laparoscopic training device which comprises a substantially vertical support, an aperture defining means moveably mounted to the support, and a moveable surface mounted to the aperture defining means, the moveable surface defining a surgical aperture through which a laparoscopic instrument may be inserted, b) positioning the aperture defining means relative to a surgical specimen to simulate the positioning of a surgical opening in a laparoscopic procedure, c) inserting a laparoscopic surgical device through the surgical aperture, and d) manipulating the surgical specimen using the laparoscopic surgical device. - View Dependent Claims (5, 6)
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