title: A simple preparation for introductory training in the construction of distal coronary anastomoses.
abstract: A simple laboratory preparation for use in training of junior level residents in the construction of distal coronary anastomoses is described. The preparation is easily stored and rapidly set-up, and provides a realistic substrate upon which basic anastomotic technical skills can be taught and the trainee's effort can be immediately assessed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Radiology, Anaethesia and Intensive Care, University of the West Indies, Kingston 7, Jamaica, West Indies. pabloram@cwjamaica.com
authors.forename: P S
authors.initials: PS
authors.lastname: Ramphal
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Coye
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Blidgen
mesh_terms: D000714:Anastomosis, Surgical / Q000379:methods; D001026:Coronary Artery Bypass / Q000379:methods*; D003331:Coronary Vessels / Q000601:surgery; D013502:General Surgery / Q000193:education*; D006801:Humans; D007396:Internship and Residency; D008953:Models, Anatomic; D013663:Teaching / Q000379:methods