PATP-20-L - Ultrasound Paracentesis Training Package - Light Tone

Simulab's Ultrasound Paracentesis Training Package includes the Paracentesis Model and an additional replaceable tissue. This ultrasound-compatible trainer allows users to perform diagnostic and/or therapeutic paracentesis.

The anatomically correct trainer is positioned to simulate a patient sitting up at a 45-degree angle with a distended abdomen and includes the pubic symphysis, iliac crest, and umbilicus. The procedure can be performed at the midline below the umbilicus or 2 fingerbreadths anterior and 2 fingerbreadths cephalad to the anterosuperior iliac spine. The inferior epigastric vessels can be visualized under ultrasound.

Includes: 

• Paracentesis Base
• Two Replaceable Tissue (PACT-20)
• 7/16” Nut Driver 

Features:

• Ultrasound compatible with replaceable tissue
• Internal anatomy includes superficial epigastric vessels, liver and spleen, rectus abdominal muscles, and intestines
• Allows up to one liter of intraperitoneal fluid removal
• Replaceable tissue is durable and allows for repeated use
• Palpable anatomy and realistic needle response 

Skills:

Use an ultrasound probe to minimize risks and learn to:

• Locate the pocket of ascites
  • Gauge the distance from skin to fluid, and avoid bowel
  • Look for blood vessels beneath the skin using a vascular probe
• Drain the fluid from the peritoneal cavity
• Use the traditional lateral gutter technique or midline linea alba technique
• Palpate anatomic landmarks significant to the procedure