title: Modification of the pelvic examination simulator for the developing world.
abstract: The clinical pelvic exam is a critical examination for external and internal inspection of female reproductive organs. A sensor enabled pelvic examination simulator was developed to provide immediate visual performance feedback. The simulator was modified for rural area usage, where electricity supply and PC display may not be available. We succeeded at replacing key components while maintaining functionality.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin-Madison.
authors.forename: Calvin
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Kwan
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin-Madison.
authors.forename: Elaine
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Cohen
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin-Madison.
authors.forename: Lawrence
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Salud
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin-Madison.
authors.forename: Carla
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Pugh
mesh_terms: D019049:Developed Countries; D004867:Equipment Design; D019544:Equipment Failure Analysis; D005260:Female; D058869:Gynecological Examination / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D006176:Gynecology / Q000193:education* / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D008348:Manikins; D010173:Palpation / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D016544:Patient Simulation