Open AccessTechnical description of a low-cost ankle arthroscopy simulator
Author(s) -
Eduardo Dias de Souza,
João Luiz Vieira da Silva,
Lucas Antônio Ferraz Marcon,
João Elias Ferreira Braga
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
jornal of the foot and ankle
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2675-2980
DOI - 10.30795/jfootankle.2020.v14.1135
Subject(s) - ankle , computer science , simulation , arthroscopy , phone , medicine , surgery , linguistics , philosophy
Objective: To describe a low-cost, accessible, reproducible ankle arthroscopy simulator model which, after validation, will allow the development and improvement of technical skills required in arthroscopic surgical practice. Methods: This study describes the production of an ankle arthroscopy model that simulates camera, arthroscope, and ankle joint. Results: The simulator works properly when connected to a monitor, television, computer, or cell phone. Conclusion: A reproducible, accessible, low-cost ankle arthroscopy simulator can be developed using components available from local and online stores, with an approximate cost of R$232.00. Level Evidence V; Economic and Decision Analyses – Development of an Economic or Decision Model; Expert Opinion.