title: Acquisition of endovascular skills for uterine artery embolization using a simulator.
abstract: This study addresses endovascular training using simulators for uterine artery embolization. A review of endovascular skill training for surgeons using simulators was performed. Surgeons possess varying levels of proficiency in endovascular techniques. A simulator will improve endovascular skills in the following areas: C-arm image intensifier use, catheter selection and manipulation, understanding of the pelvic anatomy, and technique of embolization. Surgeons may gain realistic experience on the simulator prior to entry into the cath lab or procedure room. Using a simulator, surgeons can learn valuable endovascular skills necessary for successful performance of uterine artery embolization.
authors.affiliation: David Geffen School of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA. mclucas@ucla.edu
authors.forename: Bruce
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: McLucas
authors.forename: Richard
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Coats
authors.forename: Lars
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Lonn
authors.forename: Max
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Berry
mesh_terms: D002404:Catheterization / Q000379:methods; D002983:Clinical Competence; D003198:Computer Simulation; D003194:Computer-Assisted Instruction / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D055357:Uterine Artery Embolization / Q000193:education* / Q000379:methods