VASCULO-Train, 3D printed simulators for vascular surgery training
Simulators to prepare for vascular and endovascular surgery
VASCULO-Train is a range of simulators for training in surgical procedures on vessels, arteries and veins, such as the management of aortic, arterial, venous and tumor pathologies.
Designed in partnership with vascular surgeons from St Joseph hospitals group, this range is based on the anatomical landmarks used routinely during these procedures.
Advances in surgery allow the management of increasingly complex vascular pathologies, using innovative and minimally invasive procedures.
The VASCULO-Train simulators are complete systems and include all the essential anatomical elements to train these complex procedures and give confidence to young vascular surgeons.
Simulators to address all vascular pathologies
The first simulator in the VASCULO-Train range allows training in iliac fossa vessel surgery.
Other products are under development, in particular for training in stent placement.
ILIO simulates thrombo-aspiration by endovascular surgery. Designed from anonymized patient data, ILIO is multi-material 3D printed and realistically reproduces both sides of the leg axis. It consists of:
- A reusable simulation environment holding the simulator in physiological position and representing the vascular system of the leg axes
- An interchangeable cartridge, including the thrombus to be operated on
ILIO allows users to access the vascular system of the legs, from the femoral artery to the ankles, and to perform the following procedures:
- Puncture & catheter insertion in the groin
- Homolateral or cross over access
- Navigation in the vascular system
- Thrombo-aspiration of the thrombus – the thrombus can be placed in a stenosed cartridge or introduced into the system with the ability to move in the leg axis
It is possible to connect the model to a pump to simulate blood flow (adjustable flow rate). ILIO can be used in interventional radiology, under amplification, as well as during interventions.
Discover our range of surgical simulators for different specialties.
Frequently asked questions
3D printed surgical simulators are educational tools for surgeon training. They allow training in all stages of complex surgeries as many times as necessary.
We reproduce parts of the anatomy, with or without pathology, using different materials allowing us to represent both hard and soft tissues, to make the simulation experience realistic in terms of sensation.
We offer an ethical alternative to cadavers and animals. Our simulators can for example be used during surgical training.
It is possible to do assembly (as you can see for our VASCULO-Train simulator, but tests during a feasibility study are still necessary. Additional design work will be required.
Our team of engineers systematically performs a feasibility study beforehand to evaluate each project: we have the ability to tell you if 3D printing is the best solution (compared to machining or other).
We are totally transparent about our ability to meet your expectations.
- Secure your students’ learning and increase their confidence during their interventions
- Offer a professional educational support to the acquisition of specific technical gestures.
- Register your training center as a reference center, offering innovative simulation techniques.
Of course, you can share your ideas with us and opt for customized products based on your specifications or DICOM data.