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A homemade model for training in cricothyrotomy
S S Varaday1, S M Yentis, S Clarke
1Department of Anaesthesia, Intensive Care & Pain Management, Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, London SW10 9NH, UK. varaday@aol.com
Anaesthesia
|October 19, 2004
Summary
A homemade cricothyrotomy model, built from readily available materials, offers a cost-effective and reusable training solution. Trainees found this simple airway model effective for practicing percutaneous techniques.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Anesthesiology
- Surgical Simulation
Background:
- Cricothyrotomy is a critical airway procedure.
- Effective training models are essential for developing proficiency.
- Commercially available models can be expensive.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe and evaluate a simple, homemade model for teaching cricothyrotomy.
- To compare the homemade model with a commercial trainer.
Main Methods:
- Construction of a low-cost, reusable cricothyrotomy model using common anesthetic room materials.
- Two-part study involving 40 anesthetic trainees assessing model realism and usefulness.
- Comparison of the homemade model with a commercial trainer (Pharmabotics) using the Mini-Trach II Seldinger device.
Main Results:
- Trainees found the homemade model a useful substitute for practicing percutaneous techniques and for teaching.
- Both the homemade and commercial models received similar high ratings for realism and usefulness.
- The model is suitable for both experienced and inexperienced trainees.
Conclusions:
- A simple, homemade cricothyrotomy model is a cost-effective, easily assembled, and reusable alternative to expensive commercial trainers.
- The model effectively facilitates the teaching and practice of percutaneous cricothyrotomy techniques.
- Both novice and experienced trainees benefit from practicing on this simulation model.