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Designed with UK surgical consultants, this compact trainer covers all core knot-tying techniques required for the Intercollegiate Basic Surgical Skills Course. It offers realistic feedback with a magnetic tension system and elastic knotting tubes that simulate tissue resistance.
The compact trainer features interchangeable modules to allow tying in small spaces, at depth and at angles.
Overview
Comprehensive surgical knot-tying trainer.
Developed in collaboration with Mr. Jonathan Beard (Northern General Hospital, Sheffield) and Mr. John Rochester (Rotherham General Hospital, UK).
Used in the GB and Ireland Intercollegiate Basic Surgical Skills Course.
Compact and lightweight — ideal for classroom or on-the-go training
Cylinders are transparent to allow the trainer to observe and assess trainee competence
Realism
Unique magnetic tension system simulates tissue resistance
Elastic knotting tubes mimic the feel of live tissue
Versatility
Interchangeable scenarios - choose between small, fixed cylinder for narrow spaces or large, deep cylinder for deep or angled tying
Supports training in varied orientations and anatomical scenarios.
Cleaning
Removable cylinders and knotting tubes for easy cleaning and maintenance.
Safety
Latex free
Anatomy
2 perioperative openings represented by:
A small fixed cylinder to represent confined anatomical spaces (e.g. vessels, small cavities)
A large, deep cylinder, reversible to mimic abdominal and gynaecological access
Skills Gained
One-handed reef knot
Instrument tie
Surgeon’s knot
Slip knot
Tying in a small opening
Deep vertical tying in a large cavity
Angled depth tying for abdominal/gynaecological procedures
Evidence
"Ceiling effect in technical skills of surgical residents."
Munz, Y. M., K .; Bann,S.; Shah,J.; Ivanova, S.; Darzi, S. (2004). "Ceiling effect in technical skills of surgical residents." The American Journal of Surgery 188(3): 294-300.
"A Cost-Effective Proficiency-Based Knot-Tying and Suturing Curriculum for Residency Programs."
Scott, D. J. G., Mouza T.; Tesfay, Seifu T. (2007). "A Cost-Effective Proficiency-Based Knot-Tying and Suturing Curriculum for Residency Programs." The Journal of surgical research 141(1): 7-15.
AAFP Recommended Curriculum Guidelines for Family Medicine Residents, Urgent and Emergent Care, Reprint No. 285, 2016, p.9
6. Other Skills
a. Repair of skin lacerations (including plastic closure)
ACGME General Surgery Milestones (p.8): This resident has basic surgical skills such as ... knot tying
AAMC, Recommendations For Clinical Skills Curricula For Undergraduate Medical Education (2005, p. 30)
Appendix B: Clinical Testing and Procedural Skills:
...Surgical knot-tying
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care And Primary Care NP Competencies 2016, p.42
Primary care practice skills which includes, but is not limited to:
• Suturing
ACGME Obstetrics and Gynecology Milestones, Version 09/2013, Patient Care, p.6
Demonstrates basic surgical skills, including:
knot tying
simple suturing
CPMEC Australian Curriculum Framework for Junior Doctors version 3.1, 2012, p.31
Skills & Procedures:
Surgical knots
RACGP Curriculum for Australian General Practice 2016, CS2.2.5 Appropriate procedures, p.39
• suturing
Health Workforce Australia Medical Graduate Competency Framework Stage 2 Final Report, 2012
Simple wound repair including skin suture - Performs in a simulated environment
The Intercollegiate Surgical Curriculum, General Surgery 2013 (Updated 2018) (pp.44-45)
Module 3 Basic surgical skills...
o To tie secure knots
