Acquisition of endovascular skills for uterine artery embolization using a simulator

TY - JOUR

T1 - Acquisition of endovascular skills for uterine artery embolization using a simulator

AU - McLucas, Bruce

AU - Coats, Richard

AU - Lönn, Lars Birger

AU - Berry, Max

PY - 2009

Y1 - 2009

N2 - 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.

AB - 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.

U2 - 10.1080/13645700902719581

DO - 10.1080/13645700902719581

M3 - Journal article

C2 - 19255927

SN - 1364-5706

VL - 18

SP - 1

EP - 9

JO - Minimally Invasive Therapy and Allied Technologies

JF - Minimally Invasive Therapy and Allied Technologies

IS - 2

ER -