Paracentesis Trainer

• Offers dual functionality of palpation guided and ultrasound guided techniques for diagnostic or therapeutic procedures
• Echogenic organs allow for visualization of the internal anatomy before carrying out ultrasound guided paracentesis procedures
• Paracentesis simulator is compatible with all ultrasound machines
• Large capacity water chambers for drainage practice
• Cost effective consumable pads

• Realistic tissue and needle response

• Paracentesis Pads are self-sealing and can withstand multiple needle insertions and rocket catheter insertions
• Suitable for both palpation and ultrasound guided techniques

• Torso featuring bony landmarks (pubis symphysis, iliac crest) and umbilicus

Internal anatomy includes:

• Liver
• Bowel
• Spleen
• Floating Bowel

• This product can be used with a simulated patient

• Drain all water from the trainer (recommended technique is shown in the user guide)
• Clean skin surfaces with a soft damp cloth, warm water and mild detergent to remove ultrasound gel after use
• Allow trainer, tubing and inserts to dry thoroughly before storing

• This product is latex free
• WARNING: When the paracentesis simulator chambers are filled with water, product weight can increase by around 7kg in weight
• Ensure retaining knobs are tightened to avoid leakage
• Do not over pump system, excess pressure may cause leakage
• Please note: Paracentesis Pads included in this simulator are subject to a limited warranty of 9 months from invoice date, due to the nature of materials used in the manufacturing process. Remaining parts are subject to the Standard Limbs & Things Warranty

SURGICAL COUNCIL ON RESIDENT EDUCATION, Curriculum Outline for General Surgery 2017–2018 Operations/Procedures… Paracentesis

Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board, Curriculum for Internal Medicine (2019) pg.32: Internal Medicine stage 1 -procedural skills in which a trainee must become proficient – Abdominal Paracentesis

Interventional Radiology Specialty Training Curriculum, The Royal College of Radiologists, 2019. Drainage of fluid colelction, treatment of pneumothorax, management of cirrhosis.

Clinical Radiology Specialty Training Curriculum, The Royal College of Radiologists, 2019. Ascites.

Each of the two water cavities can hold up to 3.5l of “peritoneal” fluid at a time. However, using the large volume refill system, allows you to top up levels during training with minimal downtime.

NOTE: Take care when moving the model, with both cavities filled to capacity, the trainer’s weight can increase by around 7kg.

Though it would be possible to inject fluids into the paracentesis pads, we do not recommend it. Introducing fluid or air to the pads can compromise the material inside, leading to a reduction in its lifespan. To practice the administering of anesthesia, we would recommend using an empty syringe.

During the development stages of a product, we conduct market research with medical professionals in related fields. Following feedback on the Paracentesis Trainer, left lateral and right lateral approaches were deemed to be the most common in practice, and therefore the most important for this trainer.

• Weight: 12.35 kg
• Width: 31 cm
• Height: 51 cm
• Length: 66 cm