ISSN:
1573-9686
Keywords:
Training simulator
;
Endoluminal repair
;
Stent-grafts
;
Simulating fluoroscopic imaging
;
Endovascular repair
;
Aortic aneurysms
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
,
Technology
Notes:
Abstract The design and development of a simulator for endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is described. The simulator consists of an interchangeable model of a human AAA based on computed tomography data and is produced by means of computer-aided design and manufacture (CAD/CAM) techniques. The model has renal, iliac, and femoral arteries, and is perfused with a temperature controlled blood–analog fluid under simulated physiological flow conditions. “Fluoroscopic imaging” is simulated by a computerized imaging system that uses visible light. A movable video camera relays images in the antero–posterior and lateral planes of the AAA to a monitor. The imaging system allows “arteriography” and “road-mapping” to be performed so as to facilitate accurate deployment of endovascular stent-grafts. The system has been used for teaching and demonstrating endovascular techniques to clinicians, as well as the evaluation of new stent-graft devices. Its successful incorporation into endovascular workshops has demonstrated its role in the training of clinicians in endovascular repair of AAA. © 1998 Biomedical Engineering Society. PAC98: 0150-i, 8745Hw, 8759Fm
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1114/1.66
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