Surgical training model for laparoscopic procedures
US10679520B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 27, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jun 9, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 10, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG09B23/36
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical training device is provided. The training device includes a model for practicing the passage of needle and suture. The model includes a base with a plurality of openings configured to receive a plurality of suture tabs. The suture tabs are made of elastomeric material. Some suture tabs includes pre-formed tab apertures for the passage of a suture. Other suture tabs include a penetrable area through which a suture needle may penetrate for passing a suture. The suture tabs are movable with respect to the base to orientate them at different angles with respect to the base. The base itself may include portions that are angled with respect to each other. The suture tabs are movable with respect to the base to pull, expose or open the tab apertures and surfaces. Some of the tab apertures are slits that open upon being pulled relative to the base requiring the user to practice holding the tab while passing the needle through the tab.
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