Two simple models for teaching fiberoptic choledochoscopy techniques
Rogers, D.W.; Blackman, J.; Lanzafame, R.J.; Hinshaw, J.R.
Surgery Gynecology and Obstetrics 162(6): 584-586
1986
ISSN/ISBN: 0039-6087 PMID: 2940715 Document Number: 271649
Two models are used for the development of practical skills with the fiberoptic choledochoscope. The models allow the surgeon to become comfortable in manipulating the fiberoptic choledochoscope and various tools. Olympus, Pentax and American ACMI fiberopticscopes have been shown using these models. Use of models eliminates the cost and ethics of using live animals, as well as ensuring training before intraoperative choledochoscopy is attempted on patients.