Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Objective: To introduce a simple and innovative low-fidelity microsurgical model using daily articles available in any plastic surgery operation theatre and to determine its quality, ease of use and cost-effectiveness. Materials and Methods: The model is essentially made by rolling a loose disposable glove upon a K-wire to create a true micro-vessel (< 2 mm). Adjustment in the size and thickness of the conduit can be made. Model was assessed by data obtained from subjective questionnaire to 29 experienced microsurgeons with more than 5 years of independent microsurgical practice. This experience of our model was compared with their experience with other material and animal tissue. Results: The chicken femoral is the best compared to rat model overall, but rolled latex is as good or second best as far as some of the features assessed. Conclusion: "Eklavya" microsurgical model provides a valuable alternative to traditional animal models, allowing trainees to practice and hone their skills without the ethical and financial concerns associated with live animal use.
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4407095831