A virtual-reality subtotal tonsillectomy simulator

Ruthenbeck, Gregory; Tan, Simon; Carney, A. Simon; Hobson, Jonathan; Reynolds, Karen

doi:10.1017/s0022215112000199

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“…12 The most technical of these involved the use of a virtual-reality subtotal tonsillectomy simulator. 5 We offer this tonsil tie simulator as a feasible, safe training opportunity to aid current surgical training and the evaluation of that training.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Advances are being made with virtual-reality temporal bone and sinus surgery simulators. 5 However, these are not universally available at present and have not yet been validated. Dummy models are used for anaesthetic training, and can even be used to simulate airways that require emergency care and mimic shock caused by bleeding, in a real-time and realistic fashion.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Tonsil tie simulator

Duodu

Lesser

2013

J. Laryngol. Otol.

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confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

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Tonsil tie simulator

Duodu

Lesser

2013

J. Laryngol. Otol.

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“…Due to robotic surgery developing within otolaryngology, models have been developed so trainees can gain appropriate [123][124][125]; the model allows trainees to practise on da Vinci controls. There has also been development of models for subtotal or intracapsular tonsillectomies [126] and for FNA of thyroid lesions [127]; however, to our knowledge, these have not been validated. Other physical models have been developed to allow practice of robotic surgery setup [128], rigid oesophagoscopy [129] and neck dissection [130].…”

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Creating a Validated Simulation Training Curriculum in Otolaryngology

Bhalla

Tolley

Awad

2020

Curr Otorhinolaryngol Rep

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Purpose of Review Simulation-based training is an integral component of surgical training. It allows practice of technical skills within a safe environment without compromising patient safety. This article seeks to review current virtual and non-virtual reality simulation models within the literature and review their validation status. Recent Findings Many simulation models exist within otolaryngology and are currently being used for education. New models are also continuously being developed; however, validity should be proven for the models before incorporating their use for educational purposes. Validity should be determined by experts and trainees themselves. Summary A validated simulation curriculum should be incorporated within the otolaryngology training programme. A curriculum based on the current training programme at our institution serves as an exemplar for local adoption.

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“…Ruthenbeck et al (2012) have described the development of a VR haptic coblation tonsillectomy simulator. Tonsillectomies are most commonly performed by cutting and carefully tearing the tonsil away from the throat tissue along a natural plane of separation.…”

Section: Intubation and Oral Cavity Simulatorsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Alternatively, coblation tonsillectomies generally require a shorter recovery period in hospital. Ruthenbeck et al's (2012) simulator uses a single haptic device to interact surgically with a GPU-accelerated mass-spring-based mechanical model that is coupled with a volumetrically cuttable graphical model. Their tissue model allows un-constrained surgical manipulation using forceps and the coblation instrument.…”

Section: Intubation and Oral Cavity Simulatorsmentioning

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Virtual reality for medical training: the state-of-the-art

Ruthenbeck

Reynolds

2015

Journal of Simulation

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Virtual reality (VR) medical simulations deliver a tailored learning experience that can be standardized, and can cater to different learning styles in ways that cannot be matched by traditional teaching. These simulations also facilitate self-directed learning, allow trainees to develop skills at their own pace and allow unlimited repetition of specific scenarios that enable them to remedy skills deficiencies in a safe environment. A number of simulators have been validated and have shown clear benefits to medical training. However, while graphical realism is high, realistic haptic feedback and interactive tissues are limited for many simulators. This paper reviews the current status and benefits of haptic VR simulation-based medical training for bone and dental surgery, intubation procedures, eye surgery, and minimally invasive and endoscopic surgery.

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A virtual-reality subtotal tonsillectomy simulator

Abstract: Early feedback suggests that this simulator can help surgeons to rapidly acquire subtotal tonsillectomy surgical skills in a risk-free and realistic virtual environment.

Cited by 9 publications

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Tonsil tie simulator

Creating a Validated Simulation Training Curriculum in Otolaryngology

Virtual reality for medical training: the state-of-the-art

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