Hysteroscopic training: the butternut pumpkin model.
Operative hysteroscopy involves significant hand-eye coordination, utilizing energy sources, video imaging, and the safe control of distending media. We describe a safe, effective, inexpensive, and reproducible method of developing the skills and hand-eye coordination for diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy. In this inanimate model, advanced surgical skills can be practiced, and realistic, simulated electrosurgery including resection of the endometrium and rollerball ablation can be performed.
Kingston
Ashley
A
Department of Endo-Gynaecology, Royal Hospital for Women and University of New South Wales, Randwick, Australia.
Abbott
Jason
J
Lenart
Meg
M
Vancaillie
Thierry
T
D001315:Australia; D004503:Education, Medical, Graduate; D004521:Educational Measurement; D005260:Female; D006176:Gynecology / Q000193:education*; D006801:Humans; D020702:Hysteroscopes; D015907:Hysteroscopy / Q000379:methods*; D007396:Internship and Residency; D017145:Models, Educational; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity