TissueDB/Tissues/Spleen
The spleen is a highly vascular organ located in the left upper quadrant of the abdomen. Simulation of splenic tissue is relevant for training in splenectomy and management of splenic injury during trauma surgery.
Materials
| Material | Visual | Tactile | Simulator | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silicone | Partial | Partial | Intra-abdominal Bleeding Simulator (Fernandes) | Cast from plaster mold of anatomical specimen; fixed in anatomical position[1] |
References
[edit source]- ↑ Fernandes CO, Rodrigues LR, Silva do Amaral MLBS, de Morais Rodrigues SJ, Marton-Filho MA. Low-cost simulator for intra-abdominal bleeding. Rev Col Bras Cir 2023;50:e20233512. DOI: 10.1590/0100-6991e-20233512-en. PMID: 37971114. PMC: PMC10618030.
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| Authors | Arturopelayo |
|---|---|
| License | CC-BY-SA-4.0 |
| Cite as | Arturopelayo (2026). "TissueDB/Tissues/Spleen". Appropedia. Retrieved July 15, 2026. |