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- Title
Can silicone models replace animal models in hands-on training for endovascular stroke therapy?
- Authors
Sandmann, Johanna; Müschenich, Franziska Sonja; Riabikin, Alexander; Kramer, Martin; Wiesmann, Martin; Nikoubashman, Omid
- Abstract
Purpose: Since thrombectomy has become a standard treatment technique for stroke, there is great demand for well-trained interventionalists. We offer practical courses on both silicone models and porcine models, and conducted a survey to evaluate whether ex vivo training models could replace in vivo models in the future. Methods: In total, 110 neurointerventionalists participating in 30 training courses were included in our survey using a semi-structured questionnaire. Results: The level of experience in thrombectomy maneuvers was almost balanced in our sample (52% experienced and 48% less-experienced participants). Silicone models were regarded as useful training tools regardless of the participants' experience (p = 1.000): 94% of less-experienced and 92% of experienced participants considered a silicone model to be a useful introduction for training with animal models. Of the participants, 95% indicated that training on animal models was helpful and necessary, even if they already had experience in performing interventions in humans (p = 1.000). After joining this course, 97% of all participants felt well prepared to perform thrombectomies in humans. Conclusion: Even experienced participants benefit from silicone models. Silicone models are a good preparation for animal models but cannot replace them. Categorizing participants depending on their experience and their individual needs before practical training may allow for more efficient endovascular training.
- Subjects
ANIMAL models in research; MODEL railroads; ANIMAL training; SILICONES; STROKE
- Publication
Interventional Neuroradiology, 2019, Vol 25, Issue 4, p397
- ISSN
1591-0199
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1177/1591019919833843