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The chicken foot digital replant training model
Thanassi Athanassopoulos1, Charles Yuen Yung Loh
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, Scotland.
Summary
A novel chicken foot model offers a simple, accessible method for practicing digital replantation surgery. This high-fidelity simulation aims to enhance hand surgery trainee skills before patient care.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Surgical Training
- Veterinary Models
Background:
- Digital replantation is a complex surgical procedure requiring extensive practice.
- Current training models may lack fidelity or accessibility for hand surgery trainees.
- Developing realistic, cost-effective simulation tools is crucial for surgical education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a novel, simple, and readily available digital replantation model using a chicken foot.
- To provide a high-fidelity simulation for hand surgery trainees to gain experience in replant surgery.
- To facilitate preclinical skill development in digital replantation.
Main Methods:
- Utilization of a readily available chicken foot as a biological model.
- Development of a protocol for digital replantation within the avian model.
- Focus on creating a high-fidelity simulation environment.
Main Results:
- A functional and accessible digital replantation model in the chicken foot has been established.
- The model provides a realistic platform for surgical practice.
- The model is suitable for trainees to gain experience prior to clinical application.
Conclusions:
- The described chicken foot model serves as an effective, simple, and accessible tool for digital replantation surgical training.
- This high-fidelity model enhances preclinical experience for hand surgery trainees.
- The model has the potential to improve surgical outcomes in clinical replantation procedures.
