TissueDB/Materials/Gelatin-Glycerol Gel
Gelatin-Glycerol Gel is a compound material used in medical simulation to create tissue-simulating structures. The gel is prepared by combining gelatin powder, glycerol, water, and pigment, then heating and moulding to the desired form.[1] Used in simulators where a soft, flexible tissue analogue is required. It sits within the castable materials group, the materials a builder forms on site rather than buys in a finished shape.
Tissues
| Tissue | Visual | Tactile | Simulator | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood Vessel | Patent Ductus Arteriosus Ligation Simulator | 15 g gelatin + 40 g glycerol + 0.5 g red pigment + water to 100 mL.[1] Cast in a custom mould with internal plastic inserts to form the PDA and aorta lumen for dissection and double-ligation practice. | ||
| Pleura (parietal) | Patent Ductus Arteriosus Ligation Simulator | Same gelatin-glycerol casting as the vessel; trainees dissect between the parietal pleura and the aorta to expose the PDA. |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Owen Robinson. Cardiac Surgical Skills Training Module, Phase 2: Simulator Setup. Appropedia (2021–2026). Simulator setup instructions.
| Authors | Arturo Pelayo |
|---|---|
| License | CC-BY-SA-4.0 |
| Cite as | Arturo Pelayo (2026). "TissueDB/Materials/Gelatin-Glycerol Gel". Appropedia. Retrieved October 23, 2026. |