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World J Gastroenterol. May 7, 2015; 21(17): 5176-5182
Published online May 7, 2015. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v21.i17.5176
Published online May 7, 2015. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v21.i17.5176
Table 1 Advantages and disadvantages of learning models for endoscopic ultrasonography and endoscopic ultrasonography-guided fine-needle aspiration
Advantages | Disadvantages | |
Computer-based simulator | Easy to use | High startup cost |
Reusable | Not realistic for anatomy | |
Feedback and alert function | Not realistic for needle manipulation | |
Various EUS tasks are possible | ||
Phantom | Simple, easy to use and transport | Not actual in vivo anatomy or conditions |
Minimal preparation | Not realistic for scope manipulation | |
Reusable | ||
Various EUS models are possible | ||
Ex vivo model | Realistic | Lengthy preparation |
Low cost | No vital tissue characteristics | |
Some interventional EUS procedures are possible | ||
Live animal model | Most realistic | High cost |
Closest resemblance to human structure | Ethical problem about animals | |
Realistic for scope and needle manipulation | Needs special facilities and equipment | |
Interventional EUS procedures are possible |
- Citation: Kim GH, Bang SJ, Hwang JH. Learning models for endoscopic ultrasonography in gastrointestinal endoscopy. World J Gastroenterol 2015; 21(17): 5176-5182
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v21/i17/5176.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.3748/wjg.v21.i17.5176