A live porcine model for surgical training in tracheostomy, neck dissection, and total laryngectomy

ConclusionThe porcine model was both manageable and helpful in providing training despite slight anatomical differences between human beings and pigs. However, more studies are necessary to guarantee that the competencies acquired with this type of training are transferable to real-life interventions.Level of evidenceLevel 5.

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Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - February 18, 2021 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research