A skin abscess model for teaching incision and drainage procedures

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Surgical Simulation
• Infectious Diseases

Background:

• Skin and soft tissue infections, including abscesses, are common clinical issues.
• Effective training for healthcare practitioners in treating skin abscesses is crucial.
• A realistic simulation model can enhance learning and practice of essential procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and describe a realistic model for skin abscess incision and drainage.
• To provide an educational tool for teaching this basic surgical procedure.
• To facilitate the dissemination of effective training methods.

Main Methods:

• Development of a novel, realistic model simulating skin abscess formation.
• Detailed description of the model's creation process.
• Utilizing the model for multimedia video production.

Main Results:

• The model has been successfully employed to create educational video content.
• Clinical faculty and resident physicians perceive the model as highly realistic.
• The model facilitates effective demonstration of abscess incision and drainage techniques.

Conclusions:

• This manuscript details a practical model for teaching skin abscess incision and drainage.
• The model is suitable for integration into medical skills labs and training demonstrations.
• This resource aids in training healthcare providers to manage skin abscesses effectively.