J Korean Soc Microsurg.
2009 Nov;18(2):75-78.
Use of Stereoscopic Microscope for Practice of Microsurgical Skill
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- 1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, School of Medicine, Wonkwang University, Iksan, Korea. ejeong@kma.org
- 2Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea.
Abstract
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Microsurgery is an essential technique in plastic and reconstructive surgery. However, microsurgical suturing and handling of the instrument are difficult for beginners, and who requires a steep learning curve. Therefore, methods for improving the technical skill are needed. The authors describe the value of a small stereoscopic microscope as a training tool.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
A small stereoscopic microscope was used to help improve the microsurgical skill. Monofilament 10-0 Nylon and a surgical rubber globe were used as a suture material and education material, respectively RESULT: Stereoscopic view of the operation field was obtained and basic microsurgical suture was possible.
CONCLUSION
The stereoscopic microscope is an effective training tool for beginners of microsurgery with benefits in cost and usefulness in small place.
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