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Abstract #13396 Published in IGR 8-1
Pig eye trabeculectomy-a wet-lab teaching model
Lee GA; Chiang MY; Shah PEye 2006; 20: 32-37
PURPOSE: A teaching model for trabeculectomy is described using pig eyes prepared in formalin. METHOD: The model enables trainee surgeons to practice various aspects of tissue handling required for successful trabeculectomy including the construction of a fornix-based conjunctival flap, scleral flap with buried releasable sutures, and water-tight conjunctival closure. RESULTS: Exposure to the necessary skills required to perform trabeculectomy surgery can be improved by the use of wet laboratory practice. CONCLUSIONS: Trabeculectomy surgery experience is becoming more limited as fewer procedures are being performed due to the efficacy of recent medications. Wet laboratories will become an increasingly important aspect of a comprehensive ophthalmology training programme.
Dr. G.A. Lee, City Eye Centre, Brisbane, Australia. eye@cityeye.com.qu
Classification:
12.20 Other (Part of: 12 Surgical treatment)