Rhinoplasty: a hands-on training module.

Full Abstract

BACKGROUND: Rhinoplasty is a complex surgical procedure with a steep learning curve and a small margin for error. The authors present a hands-on, anatomically correct, silicone training model designed specifically for learning the technical aspects of rhinoplasty. METHOD: Computed tomographic data were acquired and used to create a plaster mold. Silicone was cast into this mold to create an operable, realistic, three-dimensional silicone model. RESULTS: The prototype created an anatomically accurate rhinoplasty training model. The silicone materials simulate the properties and behavior of the anatomical structures of the nose. CONCLUSION: A realistic three-dimensional silicone nasal model has the potential to be used as a hands-on training module for learning rhinoplasty and assessing surgical competency.

Author information

Author/s: Zabaneh, Ghassan (G); Lederer, Robert (R); Grosvenor, Andrew (A); Wilkes, Gordon (G);

Affiliation: Division of Plastic Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: Plastic and reconstructive surgery (Plast Reconstr Surg), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2009-Sep; vol 124 (issue 3) : pp 952-4

Dates: Created 2009/09/04; Completed 2009/09/23;

PMID: 19730317, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 9/23/2009, IMS Date: )

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