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A novel high-fidelity simulator for alveolar bone graft (ABG) surgery in cleft patients was developed. This innovative tool allows surgeons to practice the entire ABG procedure, enhancing surgical training and skill acquisition.

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Area of Science:

Craniofacial surgery
Surgical simulation
Medical device development

Background:

Alveolar bone graft (ABG) surgery in cleft patients presents significant technical challenges.
Difficulties in visualization and flap design make ABG surgery hard to learn and teach.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and evaluate a high-fidelity simulator for cleft alveolar bone graft (ABG) surgery.
To assess the simulator's capability in replicating critical surgical steps.

Main Methods:

A 3D-printed, multi-material simulator was created for cleft ABG.
Two expert surgeons performed simulated ABG procedures on the simulator.
Simulator fidelity was tested through realistic dissection and tissue interaction.

Main Results:

The simulator accurately replicated dissection planes and multi-layered soft and hard tissues.
All critical steps of ABG surgery, including flap elevation and graft placement, were successfully performed on the simulator.
This represents the first simulator capable of practicing the complete ABG procedure.

Conclusions:

The developed high-fidelity simulator effectively allows practice of the entire alveolar bone graft procedure.
This simulator is a valuable tool for training surgeons in technically demanding cleft ABG surgery.
It addresses the need for improved learning and teaching methods in this surgical specialty.