Rhinoplasty: a hands-on training module.
BACKGROUND
Rhinoplasty is a complex surgical procedure with a steep learning curve and a small margin for error. The authors present a hands-on, anatomically correct, silicone training model designed specifically for learning the technical aspects of rhinoplasty.


METHODS
Computed tomographic data were acquired and used to create a plaster mold. Silicone was cast into this mold to create an operable, realistic, three-dimensional silicone model.


RESULTS
The prototype created an anatomically accurate rhinoplasty training model. The silicone materials simulate the properties and behavior of the anatomical structures of the nose.


CONCLUSIONS
A realistic three-dimensional silicone nasal model has the potential to be used as a hands-on training module for learning rhinoplasty and assessing surgical competency.
Zabaneh
Ghassan
G
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada From the Division of Plastic Surgery, University of Alberta, and Institute of Reconstructive Sciences in Medicine, Misericordia Hospital, Covenant Health Group.
Lederer
Robert
R
Grosvenor
Andrew
A
Wilkes
Gordon
G
D017076:Computer-Aided Design; D006801:Humans; D008953:Models, Anatomic; D012225:Rhinoplasty / Q000193:education*; D012828:Silicones; D013664:Teaching Materials
D012828:Silicones