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Pericardiocentesis and echocardiography simulator - TTE probe

Reference 04359 · Task trainer

Pericardiocentesis and echocardiography simulator - TTE probe

  • Task trainer
  • Cardiology
  • Main product
  • Medicine

Adult torso for transthoracic echocardiography and ultrasound-guided pericardiocentesis, with anatomically reproduced heart, sternum and great vessels.

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Available in Spain, Portugal and Andorra · delivery time given in the proposal

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Description

What this equipment is and what it's designed for.

The full torso model is ideal for learning the techniques associated with echocardiography and ultrasound-guided pericardiocentesis. Recognise cardiac and other anatomical structures, pulmonary and rib artifacts, as well as needle and catheter guidance to the pericardial space.

Learn to use the controls of the ultrasound system and the appropriate position and pressure required for transthoracic imaging.

Knowledge

What you learn

Task trainer modality. The competencies this equipment trains, in the language of the training plan.

  • Two-dimensional, three-dimensional and four-dimensional ultrasound scanning
  • Ultrasound-guided pericardiocentesis
  • Observation of pericardial effusion
    • Site selection
    • Optimal puncture route during the procedure
  • Confirmation of optimal needle tip position
  • Fluid removal

Related procedures: Pericardiocentesis · Transthoracic echocardiography · Ultrasound · Ultrasound-guided puncture and intervention

Knowledge

Cases and pathologies

The clinical scenarios that can be simulated with this equipment.

This simulator allows the following to be recognised and treated:

  • Pericardial effusion
  • Cardiac tamponade
  • Ultrasound-guided pericardial drainage
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Features and what's included

What the equipment does and what comes in the box, as described by the manufacturer.

Features

GENERAL:
  • Dynamic Puncture Management Guidance
  • Standard training on the TTE operation process
  • Including preparation for pre-operative doctor-patient communication
  • Practice of operative techniques for cardiac ultrasound probes
  • 20 cardiac sections of four different levels and prognostic training
  • Simulex tissue has self-healing properties, allowing over 1000 punctures to be performed when used with an 18-21 gauge needle
ANATOMY:
  • Lungs
  • Ribs
  • Liver
  • Articulated head and jaw
  • Left and right ventricles
  • Left and right atria
  • Mitral valve, tricuspid valve
  • Aortic valve, pulmonary valve
  • Left atrial appendage
  • Pulmonary arteries, pulmonary veins
  • Ascending aorta, superior vena cava, inferior vena cava
  • Adjustable pericardial fluid to perform pericardiocentesis
  • Easily replaces fluid removed using a QuickFill™ or luer lock port.
DIMENSIONS:
  • Size: 99 cm x 53 cm x 38 cm
  • Weight: 45.36 kg

Includes

  • 1 Pericardiocentesis and Echocardiography Simulator
Technical

Services for this equipment

Services matter: the equipment gets commissioned, the staff know how to use it and maintenance is settled before you start. Include them in your budget and avoid having to raise a second purchase.

  • Preventive maintenance We'll let you know when it's due
Technical

Documentation

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