# Experimental model for percutaneous tracheostomy training

## TL;DR

This paper introduces a feasible and practical training model for surgeons to practice percutaneous tracheostomy using a simulated setup.

## Contribution

A new low-cost simulation model for percutaneous tracheostomy training that successfully enabled surgeons to perform the procedure.

## Key findings

- Ten surgeons successfully completed training using the proposed model.
- The model is a practical and accessible alternative for percutaneous tracheostomy training.
- All participants were able to perform the procedure successfully after training.

## Abstract

•The proposed training model for practice of surgeons in percutaneous tracheostomy is feasible.•All responders concluded the training successfully.•It is a possible alternative to percutaneous tracheostomy training.

The proposed training model for practice of surgeons in percutaneous tracheostomy is feasible.

All responders concluded the training successfully.

It is a possible alternative to percutaneous tracheostomy training.

To propose a practical and accessible model that enables the training of this technique.

The model comprises a structure composed of a wood board resting on a PVC tube. A foam block on which the pig trachea is supported is placed on this structure. A foam sheet covered with fabric is placed over the trachea to simulate the soft parts of the neck and the skin. This is a practical training model for practice of surgeons in percutaneous tracheostomy. A questionnaire on the assessment of the proposed model to each participating surgeon was applied.

Ten surgeons underwent training on the model: two experienced head and neck surgeons, three specialty residents, one otorhinolaryngologist, and three general surgery residents. All of them were able to perform the procedure successfully.

The proposed simulation model presented good results when applied to surgeons, and it is a possible alternative to percutaneous tracheostomy training.

Level III.