This paper presents a survey of the state-of-the-art deformable models studied in the
literature, with regard to soft tissue deformable modeling for interactive surgical simulation. It …

Background Virtual reality simulation uses computer‐generated imagery to present a
simulated training environment for learners. This review seeks to examine whether there is …

Out of all the human senses, touch is the one that is most often unappreciated, and
undervalued. Yet, the surface of the human body, the skin, is actually one huge sheet of …

Objective Otolaryngology is a highly technical and demanding specialty and the
requirements for surgical trainees to acquire proficiency remains challenging. Simulation …

Objective To conduct a systematic review of the validity data for the virtual reality surgical
simulator platforms available in Otolaryngology. Data sources Ovid and Embase databases …

Simulating deformations of soft tissues is a complex engineering task, and it is even more
difficult when facing the constraint between computation speed and system accuracy …

Otologic skills training encompasses a range of procedures, including those that need to be
mastered by all medical doctors, such as otoscopy; basic procedures needed by general …

Over the years, as the role of simulation in medical education has become more established,
otolaryngologists have developed a plethora of simulators. Modern training relies …

Background Myringotomy with tube insertion can be challenging for junior Otolaryngology
residents as it is one of the first microscopic procedures they encounter. The Western …

Current State of Surgical Simulation Training in Otolaryngology: Systematic Review of
Simulation Training Models - SciTeMed Publishing Group SciTeMed Publishing Group …