On display at AGW…

Endotrainer model on display daily!

Australian Gastroenterology Week (AGW), annual scientific meeting of GESA is on at Perth Convention Centre from 24-27 October this year.

In addition to an exciting core program including original scientific presentations, symposia and lectures, there will be an Endo Trainer model on exibit at the Nycomed stand 19 each day.

The bio-simulation model, named the "Erlanger Endo-Trainer", consists of an anatomically formed torso and head. The torso can be rotated within two special fittings around the longitudinal axis, and can be locked in any desired side position. Inside the torso, a cleaned and specially prepared pig stomach is placed in an anatomically correct position. The specimens are then thoroughly cleaned and prepared for the various techniques. For training of endoscopic haemostasis a tubing and perfusion system with adjustable container and stop-valve system is incorporated into the frame and allows for recreation of bleeding sequences. The perfusion system is powered by an electric pump integrated into the base of the frame and which can be controlled easily by assistants or technicians and simulates the heartbeat of the "patient".

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