The FLS Laparoscopic Trainer Box is a device for surgical residents and practicing surgeons that facilitates the development of psychomotor skills and dexterity required during the performance of basic laparoscopic surgery.
It is a portable unit that can be used in the user’s environment of choice. The Trainer Box includes a set of accessories used to simulate specific surgical techniques that have been validated by Dr. Gerald Fried through the MISTELS Program at McGill University. The FLS Trainer Box was developed in collaboration with Venture Technologies, Inc.
The FLS Manual Skills Trainer Box may be purchased independently of an FLS package, and each accessory may also be purchased separately.
Trainer Box Includes:
- Color CCD camera and LED lights
- Cable for use with a TV monitor
- Large clip and velcro to position and fasten accessories
- Field of view rectangle marked for proper alignment
- Replacement PVC ‘membrane”
- FLS testing accessories
- 1 Dexterity Peg Board and 6 pegs for peg transfer
- 1 Jumbo Clip for pattern cutting and ligating loop
- 50 Gauze Pads with marked circle for pattern cutting
- 3 Simulated Organs for ligating loop
- 1 Suture Block for extra and intra-corporeal knot tying
- 50 Penrose Drains for extra and intra-corporeal knot tying
- Black, zippered nylon portfolio case with carrying handles that accommodates all the components of the trainer when collapsed
FLS Testing Accessories:
Replacement FLS task accessories are sold separately as listed below.
- 1 Dexterity Peg Board and 6 pegs for peg transfer
- 1 Jumbo Clip for pattern cutting and ligating loop
- 100 Gauze Pads with marked circle for pattern cutting
- 15 Simulated Organs for ligating loop
- 1 Suture Block for extra and intra-corporeal knot tying
- 100 Penrose Drains for extra and intra-corporeal knot tying
