System and method for training use of pressure equalization tube delivery instrument
US10354558B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 27, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG09B23/28
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A set of simulator hardware and software provide a realistic training environment for pressure equalization tube delivery to a tympanic membrane using a semi-automated pressure equalization tube delivery device (“PETDD”). An anatomically realistic ear model is attached to a touch sensitive display so that the ear model aligns with a displayed virtual image of the middle ear, creating a realistic view through the ear canal of the ear model. A training PETDD and other devices of the simulator provide pressure and location data for the training PETDD as a trainee inserts the PETDD tip into the ear canal to rest against the virtual TM and simulate a PE tube delivery event. Resulting data is examined to determine whether the simulated delivery would have been successful if it had been a real scenario.
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