In There is provided a computer-implemented method for assessing an injection performed on a subject using a syringe provided with a needle, the method comprising: processing a sequence of images taken of the injection for: determining an insertion angle of the needle relative to the subject; and determining a depth of insertion of the needle within the subject; determining one of a speed of injection and a duration of injection; and outputting an indication of the insertion angle, the depth of insertion and the one of the speed of injection and the duration of injection.
Described herein is a synthetic skin tissue and methods of forming same. The synthetic skin tissue comprises a lower adhesive surface that is self-adhesive on human skin and an upper training surface preferably displaying a simulated wound. The synthetic skin tissue comprises platinum catalyst silicone, a siloxane polymer silicone, and a low-viscosity deadener. Advantageously the synthetic skin tissue can be applied repeatably on a mannequin, a training phantom and/or a standardized patient's skin. Preferably the synthetic skin tissue possesses desired properties such as elastic, human skin-like texture, paintable, pierceable, suturable, washable, stain-resistant and hypoallergenic, making it a great product for repeated uses in medical training.
There is described a computer-implemented method for creating a training scenario to perform a percutaneous coronary intervention using an elongated instrument and a patient simulator, the computer-implemented method comprising: receiving a desired position for a lesion; receiving a desired value for at least one property of the lesion; configuring a haptic feedback to be applied on the elongated instrument when received in the patient simulator based on the desired location for the lesion and the desired value for the properties of the lesion, the haptic feedback; and outputting the haptic feedback, the desired position and the desired value for the properties.
There is described a conveyor-type device comprising: a carriage slidably moveable along a conveyance path and defining a first channel therein; and two loops disposed on opposite sides of the path and rotatable in response to a movement of the carriage along the path to adjust the length of a second channel, the loops being configured to: 5 rotatably engage with one another downstream from the carriage to extend the second channel as the carriage moves towards an end of the conveyance path; and rotatably disengage from one another upstream from the carriage to shorten the second channel as the carriage moves towards a beginning of the conveyance path, wherein the first channel and second channel are aligned for receiving an elongated body therein.
There is described a conveyor-type device comprising: a carriage slidably moveable along a conveyance path and defining a first channel therein; and two loops disposed on opposite sides of the path and rotatable in response to a movement of the carriage along the path to adjust the length of a second channel, the loops being configured to: rotatably engage with one another downstream from the carriage to extend the second channel as the carriage moves towards an end of the conveyance path; and rotatably disengage from one another upstream from the carriage to shorten the second channel as the carriage moves towards a beginning of the conveyance path, wherein the first channel and second channel are aligned for receiving an elongated body therein.
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B65G 15/14 - Conveyors having endless load-conveying surfaces, i.e. belts and like continuous members, to which tractive effort is transmitted by means other than endless driving elements of similar configuration comprising two or more co-operating endless surfaces with parallel longitudinal axes, or a multiplicity of parallel elements, e.g. ropes defining an endless surface with two or more endless belts the load being conveyed between the belts
B65G 17/38 - Chains or like traction elementsConnections between traction elements and load-carriers
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METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CUSTOMIZING TRAINING OF A USER TO PERFORM PERCUTANEOUS CORONARY INTERVENTIONS
There is described a computer-implemented method for creating a training scenario to perform a percutaneous coronary intervention using an elongated instrument and a patient simulator, the computer-implemented method comprising: receiving a desired position for a lesion; receiving a desired value for at least one property of the lesion; 5 configuring a haptic feedback to be applied on the elongated instrument when received in the patient simulator based on the desired location for the lesion and the desired value for the properties of the lesion, the haptic feedback; and outputting the haptic feedback, the desired position and the desired value for the properties.
An airway resistance device providing reliable and constant airway resistance for a given position of an occlusion mechanism that may be used in a lung simulator device in order to allow the simulation of a number of medical conditions which impacts the airflow in the airways. The airway resistance device includes one or more laminar flow channels and a variable occlusion mechanism that retains the laminar flow characteristics, such that resistance is constant for a given occlusion configuration.
A method for generating a simulated medical image of a manikin part, comprising: detecting an initiation of a procedural step being performed during a simulated surgical operation; determining a standard position for a virtual medical probe corresponding to the procedural step; determining a desirable position for the virtual medical probe based on a starting position for the probe and an actual position of a tip of a medical tool in order for a virtual field of view of the probe to intersect the tip of the medical tool, the standard position being used as the starting position; generating an simulated medical image of the manikin part according to the desirable position, the simulated medical image comprising a representation of the tip of the medical tool and the representation of a region of the manikin part surrounding the tip of the medical tool; and providing the image for display.
A lung simulator including a lung bladder, a biasing system providing a relaxed expiration force to the lung bladder with a positive end-expiratory pressure and simulating lung compliance, and a frame holding the lung bladder and biasing member in position. The lung bladder may be inflated and deflated between a positive end-expiratory pressure and a peak inspiratory pressure through the means of a ventilator, a bag mask or mouth to mouth ventilation and may produce a pressure-volume curve similar to that of a lung when the lung bladder is connected to a ventilation source.
An airway resistance device providing reliable and constant airway resistance for a given position of an occlusion mechanism that may be used in a lung simulator device in order to allow the simulation of a number of medical conditions which impacts the airflow in the airways. The airway resistance device includes one or more laminar flow channels and a variable occlusion mechanism that retains the laminar flow characteristics, such that resistance is constant for a given occlusion configuration.
Described herein is a synthetic skin tissue and methods of forming same. The synthetic skin tissue comprises a lower adhesive surface that is self-adhesive on human skin and an upper training surface preferably displaying a simulated wound. The synthetic skin tissue comprises platinum catalyst silicone, a siloxane polymer silicone, and a low-viscosity deadener. Advantageously the synthetic skin tissue can be applied repeatably on a mannequin, a training phantom and/or a standardized patient's skin. Preferably the synthetic skin tissue possesses desired properties such as elastic, human skin-like texture, paintable, pierceable, suturable, washable, stain-resistant and hypoallergenic, making it a great product for repeated uses in medical training.
A lung simulator including a lung bladder, a biasing system providing a relaxed expiration force to the lung bladder with a positive end-expiratory pressure and simulating lung compliance, and a frame holding the lung bladder and biasing member in position. The lung bladder may be inflated and deflated between a positive end-expiratory pressure and a peak inspiratory pressure through the means of a ventilator, a bag mask or mouth to mouth ventilation and may produce a pressure-volume curve similar to that of a lung when the lung bladder is connected to a ventilation source.
A non-transitory computer-readable medium, a system and a method are provided for identifying a grip technique being applied to a face mask. The mask is for sealingly engaging a face along a periphery around the nose and mouth. The method comprises the steps of comparing pressure data indicative of a pressure distribution applied along the perimeter with distribution patterns distinctive of different grip techniques; recognizing which of the grip techniques is being applied on the basis of an outcome of the comparing; and providing an indication of the recognized grip technique to a user interface.
A training platform, a method and a computer-readable medium for evaluating users in capturing images of an internal anatomical region for the analysis of organs. Automated machine learning models, trained on a dataset of labelled training images associated with different imaging device positions, are used. The one or more automated machine learning models are used to process an image resulting from a user positioning an imaging device at various imaging device positions relative to a training manikin, a human or an animal, to determine whether the generated image corresponds to a predefined view required for the analysis of the organ features shown therein. An output indicative of whether the generated image corresponds to the predefined view expected for organ analysis and measurements is provided.
There is provided a computer-implemented method for assessing an injection performed on a subject using a syringe provided with a needle, the method comprising: processing a sequence of images taken of the injection for: determining an insertion angle of the needle relative to the subject; and determining a depth of insertion of the needle within the subject; determining one of a speed of injection and a duration of injection; and outputting an indication of the insertion angle, the depth of insertion and the one of the speed of injection and the duration of injection.
A61M 5/48 - Devices for bringing media into the body in a subcutaneous, intra-vascular or intramuscular wayAccessories therefor, e.g. filling or cleaning devices, arm rests having means for varying, regulating, indicating or limiting injection pressure
A method for simulating an insertion of an elongated instrument into a subject, the method comprising: receiving one of an actual angular position and a rotation angle for a proximal section of the elongated instrument, at least a distal end of the elongated instrument being inserted into a medical apparatus; determining a distal angular position for the distal end of the elongated instrument inserted into the medical apparatus using an adjustment factor and the one of the actual angular position and the rotation angle for the proximal section of the elongated instrument; generating a medical image of at least a portion of the subject, the medical image comprising at least a representation of a distal section of the elongated instrument, the representation of the distal section being generated according to the distal angular position; and outputting the generated medical image.
An apparatus for simulating an insertion of an elongated instrument into a subject, comprising: a frame extending between two end walls along a first axis and two lateral walls along a second axis, one of the two end walls being provided with an insertion aperture and one of the two lateral walls being provided an insertion hole, the insertion aperture defining a first passageway and the insertion hole defining a second passageway, the first and second passageways intersecting each other at an intersection point; and a sensing unit contained within the frame and configured for measuring at least one of a displacement of the elongated member and a rotation of the elongated member, the sensing unit being positioned adjacent to the intersection point for performing the measurement of the at least one of the displacement and the rotation at the intersection point.
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G01D 5/347 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using optical means, i.e. using infrared, visible or ultraviolet light with attenuation or whole or partial obturation of beams of light the beams of light being detected by photocells using displacement encoding scales
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Artificial eye system comprising a see-through display
There is described an artificial eye system comprising: a see-through display for displaying an image of an eye thereon; a light detector for detecting light propagating through the see-through display and coming from an external environment; and a controller for: generating the image of the eye using information about the light detected by the light detector; and displaying the generated image of the eye on the see-through display.
An artificial eye system comprising: a display unit for displaying an image of an eye thereon, the display unit comprising a light cell adapted to selectively emit light and detect light; and a controller for controlling the display unit, the controller for: operating the display unit to concurrently detect light through the light cell and display an actual image of the eye; determining a next mage of the eye to be displayed on the display unit as a function of the detected light; and operating the display unit to display the next image.
G09G 3/34 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix by control of light from an independent source
G09G 3/32 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix using controlled light sources using electroluminescent panels semiconductive, e.g. using light-emitting diodes [LED]
There is described a system for controlling an artificial body comprising at least one of at least one articulated body part and a sound reproduction device, the system comprising: a display unit for displaying an image of an eye thereon, the screen comprising a plurality of light cells each adapted to emit light, at least a given one of the light cells being adapted to selectively emit light and detect light; and a controller for controlling the display unit, the controller for: operating at least one first light cell each as a light detector in order to detect light incident thereon, the least one first light cell being selected among the at least a given one of the light cells; determining a reaction as a function of the detected light; and outputting a command indicative of the determined reaction.
G09G 3/20 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with visual indicators other than cathode-ray tubes for presentation of an assembly of a number of characters, e.g. a page, by composing the assembly by combination of individual elements arranged in a matrix
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System and method for determining a position on an external surface of an object
The present system and method determine a position on an external surface of an object. The system comprises a magnetic field measurement module and an ultrasound measurement module. A control unit stores a magnetic field map of the object comprising a first plurality of reference areas of the external surface of the object and associated reference magnetic field value. The control unit also stores an ultrasound map of the object comprising a second plurality of reference areas of the external surface of the object and associated reference ultrasound characteristic. The processing unit determines: a subset of the reference areas for which the associated reference magnetic field value is substantially equal to a measured magnetic field value, a subset of the reference areas for which the associated reference ultrasound characteristic is substantially equal to a measured ultrasound characteristic, and determines the position on the external surface of the object.
The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for adapting a defibrillator for training. The apparatus comprises a pair of electrode covers to be mounted on electrodes of the defibrillator, the electrode covers receiving an electrical discharge generated by the defibrillator. The apparatus further comprises an impedance connected to the pair of electrode covers to receive there through the electrical discharge and absorb some of the electrical discharge to generate an electrically reduced electrical discharge. The apparatus further comprises an analyzer for analyzing the electrically reduced electrical discharge and providing analysis data representative of the electrical discharge.
G08B 9/00 - Order telegraph apparatus, i.e. means for transmitting one of a finite number of different orders at the discretion of the user, e.g. bridge to engine room orders in ships
The present disclosure relates to a defibrillating simulator comprising an apparatus for adapting a defibrillator for training. The apparatus for adapting a defibrillator for training comprises a pair of electrode covers to be mounted on electrodes of the defibrillator for receiving an electrical discharge generated by the defibrillator. The apparatus further comprises an impedance connected to the pair of electrode covers, the impedance absorbing some of the received electrical discharge and generates an electrically reduced electrical discharge. The apparatus comprises an analyzer for analyzing the electrically reduced electrical discharge and providing analysis data representative of the electrical discharge. The defibrillating simulator further comprises a scenario unit providing a training scenario comprising physiological data. The defibrillating simulator further comprises a processing unit for correlating the analysis data with the training scenario to generate training results.
Anesthesia apparatus adapted for operating in one of a gas- dispensing mode and a gas-less simulation mode, and method of operating the anesthesia apparatus. A mode selection command is received from an input / output unit of the anesthesia apparatus. A control unit of the anesthesia apparatus selects one of a gas-dispensing mode and a gas-less simulation mode based on the received mode selection command. At least one gas control parameter is received from the input / output unit. When the gas-dispensing mode is selected, the control unit actuates gas dispensing means of the anesthesia apparatus based on the received at least one gas control parameter. When the gas-less simulation mode is selected, the control unit prevents actuation of the gas dispensing means, and transmits the at least one gas control parameter to a patient simulation system via a communication interface of the input / output unit.
A61M 16/01 - Devices for influencing the respiratory system of patients by gas treatment, e.g. ventilators Tracheal tubes specially adapted for anaesthetising
A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
G09B 9/00 - Simulators for teaching or training purposes
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PATIENT SIMULATION SYSTEM ADAPTED FOR INTERACTING WITH A MEDICAL APPARATUS
Patient simulation system adapted for interacting with a medical apparatus, and method for operating the patient simulation system. A processing unit of the patient simulation system stores at least one physiological model of a patient in a memory of the patient simulation system. The processing unit receives at least one gas control parameter from the medical apparatus via a communication interface of the patient simulation system. The processing unit correlates the at least one gas control parameter with one of the at least one physiological model of a patient to generate simulated physiological effects. The processing unit further transmits the simulated physiological effects to the medical apparatus via the communication interface. In a particular aspect, the medical apparatus consists of an anesthesia apparatus.
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A61M 16/00 - Devices for influencing the respiratory system of patients by gas treatment, e.g. ventilators Tracheal tubes
A61M 16/01 - Devices for influencing the respiratory system of patients by gas treatment, e.g. ventilators Tracheal tubes specially adapted for anaesthetising
A61M 16/10 - Preparation of respiratory gases or vapours
G09B 9/00 - Simulators for teaching or training purposes
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Apparatus for simulating insertion of an elongated instrument into a structure and medical insertion simulator
The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for simulating insertion of an elongated instrument attached to a tether into a structure. The apparatus comprises a casing having an aperture for receiving a distal end of the tether therethrough. The apparatus has a pulley having an outer tether receiving groove on a peripheral portion and an anchoring element therein for anchoring the distal end of the tether, the pulley rotating according to a longitudinal translation of the tether relatively to the casing. The apparatus has a sensing arrangement for sensing an angular position of the pulley representative of a relative longitudinal position of the elongated instrument. The apparatus has a feedback force actuator for applying an adjustable resistive force to a rotation of the pulley according to the sensed angular position and resistance characteristics of the structure. The present disclosure also relates to a medical insertion simulator comprising such an apparatus.
G09B 23/28 - Models for scientific, medical, or mathematical purposes, e.g. full-sized device for demonstration purposes for medicine
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A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgeryManipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
A61B 1/018 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor characterised by internal passages or accessories therefor for receiving instruments
G09B 9/00 - Simulators for teaching or training purposes
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Apparatus for simulating insertion of an elongated instrument into a structure including a pulley and a pulley position sensing arrangement
The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for simulating insertion of an inner elongated instrument attached to a tether into a structure through an outer elongated instrument. The apparatus has a carriage for mounting the outer elongated instrument, for translation according to a translation of the outer elongated instrument. The apparatus has a pulley for anchoring a tether and rotating according to a longitudinal translation of the tether into the outer elongated instrument. The apparatus has a feedback force actuator for applying an adjustable resistive force to a translation of the carriage according to the sensed longitudinal position of the carriage and resistance characteristics of the structure, and for further applying an adjustable resistive force to a rotation of the pulley according to the sensed angular position of the pulley and the resistance characteristics. The present disclosure also relates to a medical insertion simulator comprising such an apparatus.
G09B 23/28 - Models for scientific, medical, or mathematical purposes, e.g. full-sized device for demonstration purposes for medicine
G09B 9/00 - Simulators for teaching or training purposes
A61B 34/00 - Computer-aided surgeryManipulators or robots specially adapted for use in surgery
A61B 1/018 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor characterised by internal passages or accessories therefor for receiving instruments
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APPARATUS FOR SIMULATING INSERTION OF AN ELONGATED INSTRUMENT INTO A STRUCTURE AND MEDICAL INSERTION SIMULATOR
The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for simulating insertion of an elongated instrument attached to a tether into a structure. The apparatus comprises a casing having an aperture for receiving a distal end of the tether therethrough. The apparatus has a pulley having an outer tether receiving groove on a peripheral portion and an anchoring element therein for anchoring the distal end of the tether, the pulley rotating according to a longitudinal translation of the tether relatively to the casing. The apparatus has a sensing arrangement for sensing an angular position of the pulley representative of a relative longitudinal position of the elongated instrument. The apparatus has a feedback force actuator for applying an adjustable resistive force to a rotation of the pulley according to the sensed angular position and resistance characteristics of the structure. The present disclosure also relates to a medical insertion simulator comprising such an apparatus.
The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for simulating insertion of an inner elongated instrument attached to a tether into a structure through an outer elongated instrument. The apparatus has a carriage for mounting the outer elongated instrument, for translation according to a translation of the outer elongated instrument. The apparatus has a pulley for anchoring a tether and rotating according to a longitudinal translation of the tether into the outer elongated instrument. The apparatus has a feedback force actuator for applying an adjustable resistive force to a translation of the carriage according to the sensed longitudinal position of the carriage and resistance characteristics of the structure, and for further applying an adjustable resistive force to a rotation of the pulley according to the sensed angular position of the pulley and the resistance characteristics. The present disclosure also relates to a medical insertion simulator comprising such an apparatus.
G09B 9/00 - Simulators for teaching or training purposes
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
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A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
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APPARATUS FOR SIMULATING INSERTION OF AN ELONGATED INSTRUMENT INTO A STRUCTURE AND MEDICAL INSERTION SIMULATOR
The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for simulating insertion of an elongated instrument into a structure. The apparatus comprises a casing having an aperture for receiving a distal end of the elongated instrument therethrough and a longitudinal guide fixedly mounted in the casing. The apparatus has a carriage for mounting the distal end of the elongated instrument, the carriage being slidably mounted onto the longitudinal guide for translation therealong according to a translation of the elongated instrument through the aperture of the casing. The apparatus comprises a carriage position sensing element for sensing a longitudinal position of the carriage and a feedback force actuator for applying an adjustable resistive force to a translation of the carriage on the longitudinal guide according to the sensed position of the carriage and resistance characteristics of the structure. The present disclosure also relates to a medical insertion simulator comprising such an apparatus.
G09B 23/28 - Models for scientific, medical, or mathematical purposes, e.g. full-sized device for demonstration purposes for medicine
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
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Measurement ring for a mannequin and simulator interacting therewith
The present disclosure relates to a measurement ring for positioning at an orifice of a mannequin or standardized patient. The measurement ring comprises a hollow channel, an annular lip, at least one sensor and a communication module. The annular lip is located at a first extremity of the hollow channel and forms therewith an insertion channel for inserting at least one instrument in the orifice of the mannequin or standardized patient. The at least one sensor measures at least one parameter related to insertion of the instrument in the insertion channel and generates insertion data. The communication module transmits the insertion data to a simulation system.
The present disclosure relates to a defibrillating simulator comprising an apparatus for adapting a defibrillator for training. The apparatus for adapting a defibrillator for training comprises a pair of electrode covers to be mounted on electrodes of the defibrillator for receiving an electrical discharge generated by the defibrillator. The apparatus further comprises an impedance connected to the pair of electrode covers, the impedance absorbing some of the received electrical discharge and generates an electrically reduced electrical discharge. The apparatus comprises an analyzer for analyzing the electrically reduced electrical discharge and providing analysis data representative of the electrical discharge. The defibrillating simulator further comprises a scenario unit providing a training scenario comprising physiological data. The defibrillating simulator further comprises a processing unit for correlating the analysis data with the training scenario to generate training results.
The present simulated medical instrument is adapted for insertion in a channel of a body cavity simulator. The present simulated medical instrument comprises a tube and at least one tracking device. The tube comprises a proximal end and a distal end. The tube is sized and shaped for insertion in the channel of the body cavity simulator. The at least one tracking device is located in proximity of the distal end of the tube, the tracking device having a pattern detectable via camera.
The present system and method related to simulating medical procedures. The system and method comprise a body cavity simulator and at least one camera. The body cavity simulator comprises a channel having a proximal end, a distal end, and an inner longitudinal passage extending between the proximal end and the distal end. The channel is partially made of a material comprised of one of the following: a transparent material, a translucent material, a semi-transparent material. The channel receives at least one simulated medical instrument through the proximal end. The at least one camera is adapted for capturing through the material of the channel a pattern of a tracking device of the at least one simulated medical instrument inserted in the channel. The camera transmits data corresponding to the captured pattern of the tracking device to a processing unit.
The present disclosure relates to a system for moving an anatomical model of a fetus inside a mannequin having a birth canal. The system comprises a descent mechanism and a rotation mechanism. The descent mechanism is integrated in the mannequin and can move an anatomical model of a fetus longitudinally towards the birth canal of the mannequin. The rotation mechanism is mounted to the descent mechanism and can rotate the anatomical model of the fetus. The model of the fetus is inserted in the rotation mechanism. Also provided is a childbirth simulator comprising a mannequin with a birth canal, and the aforementioned system integrated in the mannequin for moving an anatomical model of a fetus inside the mannequin.
The present disclosure relates to a system for moving an anatomical model of a fetus inside a mannequin having a birth canal. The system comprises a descent mechanism and a rotation mechanism. The descent mechanism is integrated in the mannequin and can move an anatomical model of a fetus longitudinally towards the birth canal of the mannequin. The rotation mechanism is mounted to the descent mechanism and can rotate the anatomical model of the fetus. The model of the fetus is inserted in the rotation mechanism. Also provided is a childbirth simulator comprising a mannequin with a birth canal, and the aforementioned system integrated in the mannequin for moving an anatomical model of a fetus inside the mannequin.
Removable tension-pneumothorax-simulator cartridge for use with a patient simulating mannequin, comprising a rigid body having a hollow cavity therein, the body having two openings in fluid communication with the cavity, the cavity being shaped and dimensioned so as to be capable of receiving therein through the first opening a 14-gauge 3.25 inch needle; the first opening having an associated first-opening closure releasably secured to the body and airtightly sealing the first-opening and including a first material pierceable by the needle when treating a simulation of a tension pneumothorax in the patient simulating mannequin, the first material being self-sealing such that when the needle is withdrawn the first material self-seals, the body being constructed of a second material not pierceable by the needle; the second opening being structured and dimensioned to releasably engage cooperable structure on the mannequin such that when the cartridge is inserted into the mannequin, the cooperable structure on the mannequin engages and airtightly seals the second opening and provides a channel in fluid communication with the cavity of the body for allowing for the entry of a pressured gas into the cavity for use in the simulation of the tension pneumothorax.
A patient simulating mannequin has a head, at least one electronic visual display mounted to the head, and an electronic controller connected to the at least one electronic visual display. The at least one electronic visual display displays at least one of a plurality of eye images in response to a signal from the electronic controller. The plurality of eye images includes a plurality of images of pupils and at least one of iris and sclera. The plurality of images of the pupils and the at least one of iris and sclera includes images of at least one of different colors, positions and shapes of these elements. The electronic controller can control a brightness of the electronic visual display. An eye module and a method for modeling eyes of a patient simulating mannequin are also disclosed.
Removable tension-pneumothorax-simulator cartridge for use with a patient simulating mannequin, comprising a rigid body having a hollow cavity therein, the body having two openings in fluid communication with the cavity, the cavity being shaped and dimensioned so as to be capable of receiving therein through the first opening a 14-gauge 3.25 inch needle; the first opening having an associated first -opening closure releasably secured to the body and airtightly sealing the first-opening and including a first material pierceable by the needle when treating a simulation of a tension pneumothorax in the patient simulating mannequin, the first material being self-sealing such that when the needle is withdrawn the first material self-seals, the body being constructed of a second material not pierceable by the needle; the second opening being structured and dimensioned to releasably engage cooperable structure on the mannequin such that when the cartridge is inserted into the mannequin, the cooperable structure on the mannequin engages and airtightly seals the second opening and provides a channel in fluid communication with the cavity of the body for allowing for the entry of a pressured gas into the cavity for use in the simulation of the tension pneumothorax.
There is described a method for simulating an imaging process for an organ, the method comprising: retrieving from a memory a 3D volume model of the organ, the 3D volume model describing a 3D structure of the organ and a distribution of density within the 3D structure, the 3D structure representing a surface and internal features of the organ; generating a slice of the 3D model according to a position and an orientation of an imaging device, the slice including a cross-section of the surface and the internal features; rendering an image in accordance with the slice; and displaying the image.
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