The use of endourology training models is on the rise.
Surgical practice is moving toward a more minimally invasive approach and deficits in surgical exposure by enforcement of the European Working Time Directive call for simulation models to be anatomically sound. Thiel-embalmed cadavers have been found to demonstrate efficacy in tissue quality, elasticity, and handling in addition to playing a role in teaching and training. This review summarizes the current status of the Thiel method and its role in urologic skills training.
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Healy SE, Rai BP, Biyani CS, Eisma R, Soames RW, Nabi G. Are you the author?
Academic Section of Urology, Division of Imaging and Technology, Medical Research Institute, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, University of Dundee, Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom; Department of Urology, Pinderfields Hospital, Wakefield, United Kingdom; Medical Sciences Institute, Centre for Anatomy and Human Identification, University of Dundee, Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom.
Reference: Urology. 2015 Jan 9. pii: S0090-4295(14)01270-9.
doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2014.11.009
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PMID: 25582818