Technical description of a low-cost ankle arthroscopy simulator

Objective: To describe a low-cost, accessible, reproducible ankle arthroscopy simulator model which, after validation, will allow the development and improvement of technical skills required in arthroscopic surgical practice. Methods: This study describes the production of an ankle arthroscopy model...

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Main Authors: Eduardo Dias de Souza, Joao Luiz Vieira da Silva, Lucas Antônio Ferraz Marcon, João Elias Ferreira Braga
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Associação Brasileira de Medicina e Cirurgia do Tornozelo e Pé - ABTPé 2020-08-01
Series:Journal of the Foot & Ankle
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Online Access:https://jfootankle.com/JournalFootAnkle/article/view/1135
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Summary:Objective: To describe a low-cost, accessible, reproducible ankle arthroscopy simulator model which, after validation, will allow the development and improvement of technical skills required in arthroscopic surgical practice. Methods: This study describes the production of an ankle arthroscopy model that simulates camera, arthroscope, and ankle joint. Results: The simulator works properly when connected to a monitor, television, computer, or cell phone. Conclusion: A reproducible, accessible, low-cost ankle arthroscopy simulator can be developed using components available from local and online stores, with an approximate cost of R$232.00. Level Evidence V; Economic and Decision Analyses – Development of an Economic or Decision Model; Expert Opinion.
ISSN:2675-2980