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US 2020/0005678 A1Published application
Human Tissue Models, Materials, and Methods
AssigneeGaumard Scientific Company, Inc.
InventorsThomas Neil Trotta, Jennifer Anne Trotta, Siobhain Lowe
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Abstract
Devices, systems, and methods appropriate for use in medical training that include materials that better mimic natural human tissue are disclosed. In one aspect, multi-layer tissue simulations are provided. In another aspect, male genitalia models are provided. In another aspect, abdominal surgical wall inserts are provided. Systems and methods associated with these devices are also provided.
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A patient simulator, comprising:
- a torso defining an abdominal opening;
- a tummy cover defining a cavity and configured to be received within the abdominal opening of the torso;
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- an abdominal wall surgical insert configured to be received within the cavity of the tummy cover.
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An abdominal wall surgical insert, comprising:
- a skin layer defining an outer surface of the abdominal wall surgical insert;
- a subcutaneous layer positioned beneath the skin layer;
- a fascia layer positioned beneath the subcutaneous layer;
- a muscle layer positioned beneath the fascia layer;
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- a peritoneum layer positioned beneath the muscle layer.
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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.