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Chest tube simulation method and training device

US10424226B2 · kind B2 · utility

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4Claims
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Filing dateJan 30, 2018
Grant dateSep 24, 2019
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Expiry dateJan 30, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG09B23/285
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a chest tube trainer model. Specifically exemplified is a an anatomical model for simulating at least a portion of a thorax that includes a rib portion removably secured to and supported by a base, the rib portion comprised in whole or in part of a hydrogel; and a securing member for holding the anatomical model onto a human; wherein the rib portion has a convex shape defining a space between the base and the rib portion, the space is adapted for receiving a bladder disposed between the rib portion and the base; and at least a portion of the base is formed from puncture resistant material.

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