Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3272661 | Journal de Gynécologie Obstétrique et Biologie de la Reproduction | 2012 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Amniocentesis is the most common invasive procedure for prenatal diagnosis. It is essential to master this sampling technique prior to performing more complex ultrasound-guided interventions (cordocentesis, drain insertion). Training is a challenge because of the risks associated with the procedure, as well as the impact on the patient's anxiety. An amniocentesis simulator allows for safe training and repeats interventions, thus accelerating the learning curve, and also allows for periodic evaluation of proficiency. We present here a new, simple, and cost-effective amniotrainer model that reproduces real life conditions, using chicken breast and condoms filled with water.
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Authors
M. Tassin, A.-G. Cordier, G. Laher, A. Benachi, L. Mandelbrot,