Training model for "beating-heart" coronary artery anastomoses.
The principal technical challenge in "off-pump" coronary surgery is to perform an accurate coronary anastomosis on a beating heart. For the purpose of training our residents in performing off-pump coronary artery anastomoses, we have developed a mechanical heart simulator in which trainees can practice performing these anastomoses repeatedly until a satisfactory level of skill and confidence is attained.
Izzat
M B
MB
Department of Surgery, The Chinese University of Hong Kong. izzat@cuhk.edu.hk
El-Zufari
M H
MH
Yim
A P
AP
D000714:Anastomosis, Surgical; D006348:Cardiac Surgical Procedures / Q000193:education*; D003331:Coronary Vessels / Q000601:surgery*; D007396:Internship and Residency; D008953:Models, Anatomic