Low-Cost Quantitative Tool-Tissue Applied Pressure Indication Method for Surgical Training and Assessment in Reality-Based Physical Models.

Autor: Sie, Astrini, Winek, Michael, Kowalewski, Timothy M.
Zdroj: Studies in Health Technology & Informatics; 2013, Vol. 184, p407-411, 5p, 1 Color Photograph, 1 Chart, 1 Graph
Abstrakt: We present a method of quantitatively measuring the pressure distribution applied to synthetic tissues by surgical tools via dye-impregnated microcapsules that rupture at specified pressures. A method utilizing pre-made indicator sheets is evaluated by force applications on synthetic bowel, and methods for creating paint-on indicator slurries were explored. A high spatial resolution of pressure intensity is demonstrated (0.1mm) and preliminary results merit further study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Databáze: Complementary Index