High-Fidelity Emergency Department Thoracotomy Simulator With Beating-Heart Technology and OSATS Tool Improves Trainee Confidence and Distinguishes Level of Skill

Resuscitative Thoracotomy or Emergency Department Thoracotomy (EDT) is a time-sensitive and potentially life-saving procedure. Yet, trainee experience with this procedure is often limited in both clinical and simulation settings. We sought to develop a high-fidelity EDT simulation module and assessment tool to facilitate trainee education.

Source: Journal of Surgical Education - February 26, 2018 Category: Surgery Authors: Jordan D. Bohnen, Leah Demetri, Eva Fuentes, Kathryn Butler, Reza Askari, Rahul J. Anand, Emil Petrusa, Haytham M.A. Kaafarani, D. Dante Yeh, Noelle Saillant, David King, Susan Briggs, George C. Velmahos, Marc de Moya Tags: Original Reports Source Type: research