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A Comprehensive Course for Teaching Emergency Cricothyrotomy.

Brandon Backlund1, Richard Utarnachitt1, Joshua Jauregui1

  • 1University of Washington, Department of Emergency Medicine, Seattle, WA.

Journal of Education & Teaching in Emergency Medicine
|July 19, 2023
PubMed
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This study introduces an affordable, realistic cricothyrotomy simulator using porcine byproduct and a comprehensive curriculum. The training effectively improves emergency medicine physicians' skills and confidence in performing this critical airway procedure.

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Area of Science:

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Surgical Education
  • Medical Simulation

Background:

  • Emergency cricothyrotomy (EC) is a vital, high-risk procedure for securing airways when other methods fail.
  • Skills for time-sensitive procedures like EC decay rapidly, necessitating regular practice.
  • Existing plastic simulators lack realistic tissue feel and anatomical variability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate an inexpensive, realistic cricothyrotomy simulator using readily available materials.
  • To create a comprehensive curriculum for teaching and reviewing emergency cricothyrotomy.
  • To enhance the procedural skills and confidence of healthcare providers in performing EC.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a low-cost simulator using porcine byproduct for realistic tactile feedback.

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  • Created a curriculum including didactic modules, case scenarios, and hands-on simulation.
  • Piloted the simulator with emergency medicine faculty and integrated it into airway workshops.

    • Main Results:

    • The porcine byproduct simulator was rated superior to standard plastic mannequins.
    • Workshops incorporating the simulator received high ratings for clinical relevance and satisfaction (mean score 4.87/5).
    • Participants reported improved understanding, comfort, and skill in performing cricothyrotomy.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed real-tissue simulator and curriculum are effective for emergency cricothyrotomy training.
    • This simulation model enhances learning and confidence in a critical, time-sensitive procedure.
    • The materials provide a valuable resource for institutions to implement EC training.