Long-gap esophageal atresia box model
The two ends of the esophagus set far apart in a box trainer, for practising traction until they meet.
Prototype model · 5 moments · 16 min
Moment 4 of 5
Another bench: traction stitches across the gap
At a second bench, stitches are set in both ends so the gap can be pulled closed.
The moments, in order · 5 moments
- 1. Place the first traction stitchA stitch is placed on each end so the two ends of the esophagus can be pulled toward each other.
- 2. Pull the two ends closerSeveral traction threads bring the two ends of the esophagus closer together.
- 3. Stitch the ends togetherOnce the ends meet, they are stitched together.
- 4. Another bench: traction stitches across the gapAt a second bench, stitches are set in both ends so the gap can be pulled closed.
- 5. Another bench: the two ends meetThe traction stitches are pulled up until the two ends touch.
Filmed through the scope on a training model: no patient is shown. Towers record no sound.
Imaging: Stryker