Author/Authors :
Ellis, Michael Stanley College of Medicine - The University of Arizona - Tucson - AZ, USa , Kartchner, Jeffrey Zane College of Medicine - The University of Arizona - Tucson - AZ, USa , Yousef, Karl Andrew College of Medicine - The University of Arizona - Tucson - AZ, USa , Nelson, Joseph T The University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - MI, USA , Adamas-Rappaport, William J Department of Surgery - The University of Arizona - Tucson - AZ, USA , Amini, Richard The University of Arizona - Tucson - AZ, USA
Abstract :
Ultrasound imaging is a rapid and noninvasive tool ideal for the imaging of soft tissue infections and is associated with a change of clinician management plans in 50% of cases. We developed a realistic skin abscess diagnostic and therapeutic training model using fresh frozen cadavers and common, affordable materials. Details for construction of the model and suggested variations are presented. This cadaver-based abscess model produces high-quality sonographic images with internal echogenicity similar to a true clinical abscess, and is ideal for teaching sonographic diagnostic skills in addition to the technical skills of incision and drainage or needle aspiration.
Keywords :
ultrasound-guided needle aspiration , ultrasound education , ultrasound , abscess model , undergraduate medical education
