Primary Functions and Applications of the Model
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) Simulation: Practice incising the carotid artery and dissecting atherosclerotic plaques to reduce the patient's risk of stroke.
Vascular Anastomosis Training: Physicians can practice suturing blood vessels, repairing incisions, and utilizing vascular patches on the model.
Interventional Radiology Training: Certain advanced models support the simulation of interventional procedures involving guidewires and catheters, such as Carotid Artery Stenting (CAS).
Medical Device Testing: Used for the development and validation of new neurointerventional catheters, microwires, or angioplasty devices.
Key Technical Features—High-Fidelity Tactile Sensation:
Highly Realistic Tactile Feedback: Constructed from advanced polymeric materials (such as PVA or specialized hydrogels), the model provides tactile feedback—including resistance during cutting, suturing, and tissue tension—that closely mimics that of actual living tissue.
Comprehensive Anatomical Structure: The model typically features the Y-shaped bifurcation structure of the common carotid artery (CCA), internal carotid artery (ICA), and external carotid artery (ECA).
Pathological Simulation: The interior is typically embedded with "artificial plaques" that simulate varying degrees of vascular stenosis (e.g., severe stenosis >70%), used for practicing plaque removal.
Circulatory System Integration: Many models are equipped with a pulsatile pump system capable of simulating realistic blood flow pressure and pulse, thereby enhancing the realism of hemostasis training exercises.
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