Perineal Repair Trainer – Mediolateral

• Anatomically accurate model for teaching perineal suturing
• Model represents a 2nd degree Mediolateral vaginal tear
• Illustration pack representing each degree of perineal trauma

• All essential layers of tissue can accept repeated sutures
• Soft skin with a similar drag and strength to human skin

• Can be used alongside PROMPT Flex Birthing Simulator, by placing the trainer in front, to add further realism
• Quick and easy to set up during training sessions
• Clamps are provided to secure the Mediolateral Perineal Repair Trainer to the bench top
• Trainer is compact and easily portable

• Vaginal mucosa
• Hymenal remnants
• Posterior fourchette
• Perineal muscles (bulbocavernosus and transverse presented together)
• Perineal epidermis and dermis
• Anal mucosa and sphincter

• Perineal Repair Trainers can be used with a simulated patient
• Used in conjunction with PROMPT Flex birthing models with a simulated patient

• Should trainer require cleaning, use a soft damp cloth on the plastic parts
• Do not get material section of this trainer wet

• This product is latex free
• Do not perform procedures without the trainer securely clamped to a work bench or training station
• Do not introduce liquid or gel to the trainer
• Ensure care when removing sutures. Using small sharp scissors or a scalpel and take care to only sever practice sutures and not integral stitching

The standards and Criteria for the Accreditation of Nursing and Midwifery Courses Leading to Registration states that midwives in Australia are expected to have experience of actual or simulated episiotomy and perineal suturing.

The European Union and Article 40 (training of midwives) of Directive 2005/36/EU (Pre-registration midwifery): performance of episiotomy and initiation into suturing. Initiation shall include theoretical instruction and clinical practice. The practice of suturing includes suturing of the wound following an episiotomy and a simple perineal laceration. This may be in a simulated situation if absolutely necessary.

Clinicians that choose to specialise in obstetrics and gynaecology would learn to perform an episiotomy and perineal repair by meeting the following milestones: – Core module 11: Management of delivery – Episiotomy and Perineal trauma and repair (ST1-ST5) – Core module 12: Postpartum Problems – Repair Episiotomy, 2nd, 3rd and 4th laceration – Advanced Labour Ward – perform the repair of 3rd/ 4th degree perineal tear (ST6-ST7)

The Mediolateral Perineal Repair model has been designed to give a close to life experience when used in training scenarios. Whether used as a stand alone trainer, with the PROMPT Flex range, or a simulated patient, you can tailor make exercises for your needs.

Feedback on the previous silicone perineal repair trainer was that it was too difficult for procedure novices and that for early years learners, durability was more important than fidelity. The new fabric perineal blocks offer greater durability and life span during training, this means a reduction in waste and increased value for money.

Mediolateral Perineal models show an example of a 2nd degree perineal tear. Although not specified, as smaller tears usually heal by themselves, you could also use this trainer to repair 1st degree perineal tears. For more severe tears, this range also includes a model representing a 4th degree OASI (obstetric anal sphincter injury).

• Weight: 4.2 kg
• Width: 29 cm
• Height: 48 cm
• Length: 55 cm