TissueDB/Materials/Foam Fabric
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Foam fabric is a lightweight, flexible sheet material used in medical simulation to represent tissue layers such as skin (epidermis and dermis) and fascia. Available in multiple colours, it provides sufficient elasticity and thickness (typically 2 mm) to simulate layered tissue structures in low-cost surgical trainers. Standard 2 mm craft foam sheets (EVA foam) retail at approximately $0.50–$1.00 USD per 9" × 12" sheet in the US. AmoSmile team volunteers confirmed per-piece costs of ~$1.00–$2.00 for 12 cm × 12 cm cuts in South Africa, Cameroon, and Rwanda.
Tissues
| Tissue | Visual | Tactile | Simulator | Notes |
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| Skin (epidermis + dermis) | Z-Plasty Simulator | Two different colours glued together to distinguish dermis and epidermis. Elasticity should match webbing between thumb and index finger. | ||
| Fascia | Z-Plasty Simulator | Additional foam layer representing the fascial plane beneath soft tissue. |
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At a Glance
Overview
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[edit source]Common names: Foam fabric, foam sheet, craft foam, EVA foam sheet
Forms: Foam sheet, foam fabric sheet, craft foam, EVA foam sheet
Background
Clinical Context for Simulation
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| Authors | Arturopelayo |
|---|---|
| License | CC-BY-SA-4.0 |
| Cite as | Arturopelayo (2026). "TissueDB/Materials/Foam Fabric". Appropedia. Retrieved June 4, 2026. |