title: A cadaveric model for pericardiocentesis training.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  Pericardiocentesis is a rare but potentially life-saving procedure. Improper technique can lead to life-threatening complications.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Described is a cadaveric training model developed to train providers.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  This cadaveric model allows trainees to familiarize themselves with both proper landmark and ultrasound-based pericardiocentesis technique.
authors.affiliation: Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, USA.
authors.forename: Pholaphat C
authors.initials: PC
authors.lastname: Inboriboon
authors.forename: Suthaporn
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Lumlertgul
mesh_terms: D002102:Cadaver; D002983:Clinical Competence; D006801:Humans; D010490:Pericardial Effusion / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D020519:Pericardiocentesis / Q000193:education*; D025321:Surgery, Computer-Assisted; D013908:Thoracotomy; D014463:Ultrasonography