Safe cholecystitis training module

This simulator allows plane incisions for an open approach, as well as a laparoscopic, allowing adequate insufflation of the cavity due to the texture and flexibility of the abdominal wall model.
The simulator has interchangeable modules that represent the different anatomical variants that surgeons face when performing a cholecystectomy and allows changing from a laparoscopic approach to an open one if necessary. The interchangeable modules has different levels of complexity, being able to perform elective procedures with preserved anatomy, up to emergency procedures with loss of anatomy or with complicated pictures.
Each of the modules is accompanied by an explanatory video, where the technique step by step is explained, as well as the surgical management alternatives with a self-assessment rubric.

Our simulation module provides the opportunity to simulate the dissection of the Calot triangle and obtain the critical view of safety by offering models with the different anatomical variants of the cystic duct and cystic artery, which represents the most critical step during a cholecystectomy.
The evaluation will be carried out through the OSATS scale to weigh the psychomotor progress of the participants.

Dissection of the Calot´s triangle and obtain critical safety insight during an open or laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Users of this educational module will be general surgery residents who must learn to perform a safe cholecystectomy, either laparoscopic or open, as well as trained surgeons who wish to improve their laparoscopic cholecystectomy skills.
The module will be adapted to the needs of users depending on the degree of complexity they wish to practice, since there will be interchangeable anatomical modules that will require different levels of dexterity and abilities.

Clinical Experts:

Dr. Tapia Jurado, General Surgeon, Head of the Simulation Unit at UNAM.tapiajj@amcg.org.mx 

Dr Jorge Ruiz, General Surgeon, Chief of the Surgical Simulation Center at UNAM.  dr.ruiz@fmposgrado.unam.mx

Technical Experts:

Ing Teresa Vinissa Zamudio, Chief Engineer at the Medical Simulation Center at UNAM. teresa@fmposgrado.unam.mx 

Ing Fernando Cordova, Chief Engineer at the Medical Simulation Center at UNAM. fernando@fmposgrado.unam.mx 

Educational Experts:

Dr. Carlos Aguilar, Chief of the Medical Simulation Center at UNAM. c.aguilar.usip@gmail.com

Simulation Center Instructors: Dr. Diego Calderon, Dr. Abril Paez, Dr. Fernanda del Pino, Dr. Nestor Martinez