Ex vivos models to teaching therapeutic endoscopic ultrasound (T-EUS).

BACKGROUND: Endoscopic ultrasound training has a learning curve greater than the other endoscopic therapeutic techniques. One of the preclinical teaching methods is the use of ex vivo porcine models. AIM: To describe five ex vivo porcine models for training in therapeutic echoendoscopic procedures. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Using porcine digestive tract containing esophagus, stomach, duodenum, spleen, liver and gallbladder, five models for therapeutic echoendoscopy training were described. With other segments of the porcine pieces (such as the bladder, spleen segment and omentum segment) and with easily accessible materials (such as grape and ultrasound gel), lesions were simulated to be treated. These models were applied in the Hands on course at the IRCAD (Institut de recherche contre les cancers de l'appareil digestif) Barretos of 2017. Endoscopic equipment and instruments are the same as those used in clinical practice. RESULT: The models are easily reproducible and do not require exchange during the hands on course period. Endoscopic and echographic imaging and tactile sensitivity are similar to the real one. CONCLUSION: The models described in this study demonstrated to be realistic, easy to reproduce and allow repetition during the same session. However, comparative studies are necessary to verify the real impact on teaching.

Ex Vivos Models to Teaching Therapeutic Endoscopic Ultrasound (T-EUS) / Modelos ex-vivo en aprendizaje de la ecoendoscopia terapéutica (EE-T)

Background: Endoscopic ultrasound training has a learning curve greater than the other endoscopic therapeutic techniques. One of the preclinical teaching methods is the use of ex vivo porcine models. Aim: To describe five ex vivo porcine models for training in therapeutic echoendoscopic procedures. Materials and methods: Using porcine digestive tract containing esophagus, stomach, duodenum, spleen, liver and gallbladder, five models for therapeutic echoendoscopy training were described. With other segments of the porcine pieces (such as the bladder, spleen segment and omentum segment) and with easily accessible materials (such as grape and ultrasound gel), lesions were simulated to be treated. These models were applied in the Hands on course at the IRCAD (Institut de recherche contre les cancers de l'appareil digestif) Barretos of 2017. Endoscopic equipment and instruments are the same as those used in clinical practice. Result: The models are easily reproducible and do not require exchange during the hands on course period. Endoscopic and echographic imaging and tactile sensitivity are similar to the real one. Conclusion: The models described in this study demonstrated to be realistic, easy to reproduce and allow repetition during the same session. However, comparative studies are necessary to verify the real impact on teaching

Racional: El entrenamiento de la ecoendoscopía tiene una curva de aprendizaje mayor que las demás técnicas endoscópicas terapéuticas. Uno de los métodos de enseñanza preclínica es el uso de modelos porcinosex vivos. Objetivo: Describir cinco modelos porcino sex vivo para entrenamiento de procedimientos ecoendoscópicos terapéuticos. Materiales y método: Utilizando el tracto digestivo porcino, que contiene esófago, estómago, duodeno, delgado, hígado y vesícula biliar, se han descrito cinco modelos para el entrenamiento de ecoendoscopía terapéutica. Con otros segmentos de la pieza porcina (como vejiga, segmento de delgado, bazo y omento) y con materiales de fácil acceso (como uva y gel de ecografía), se simularon lesiones a ser tratadas. Estos modelos se aplicaron en el curso Handsonenel IRCAD (Institut de recherche contre les cancers de l'appareil digestif) Barretos de 2017. Los aparatos e instrumentos endoscópicos son los mismos utilizados en la práctica clínica. Resultado: Los modelos forman de fácil reproducibilidad, no siendo necesario el cambio de la pieza porcina durante el período del curso Handson. La imagen endoscópica y ecográfica y la sensibilidad táctil son similares a la real. Conclusión: Los modelos descritos en este trabajo han demostrado ser realistas, de fácil reproducción y permiten repetición durante la misma sesión. Sin embargo, los estudios comparativos son necesarios para verificar el impacto real en la enseñanza

An innovative ex-vivo model for rapid change of the papilla for teaching advanced endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography procedures / Modelo ex-vivo inovador de troca rápida da papila para o ensino de procedimentos avançados na colangiopancreatografia endoscópica retrógrada

ABSTRACT Background: Models for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography training allow practice with an expert feedback and without risks. A method to rapidly exchange the papilla can be time saving and accelerate the learning curve. Aim: To demonstrate a newly method of rapid exchange papilla in ex-vivo models to teach retrograde cholangiopancreatography advanced procedures. Methods: A new model of ex-vivo papilla was developed in order to resemble live conditions of procedures as cannulation, papilotomy or fistula-papilotomy, papiloplasty, biliary dilatation, plastic and metallic stentings. Results: The ex-vivo model of papilla rapid exchange is feasible and imitates with realism conditions of retrograde cholangiopancreatography procedures. Conclusion: This model allows an innovative method of advanced endoscopic training.

RESUMO Racional: Nas últimas décadas os simuladores de colangiopancreatografia retrógrada tiveram grande evolução. Atualmente dispõem-se de vários métodos para realizar o treinamento minimizando os riscos de complicações e tornando a curva de aprendizagem muito rápida. Objetivo: Demonstrar uma variação dos modelos ex-vivos desenvolvidos para o treinamento avançado em colangiopancreatografia retrograda. Método: Foi criado um modelo ex-vivo simulando fatores e condições reais para o treinamento avançado de colangiopancreatografia retrograda como canulação, papilotomia, fistulotomia, papiloplastia e uso de próteses plásticas e metálicas. Resultados: Esse modelo ex-vivo, com a possibilidade de troca rápida da papila, mostrou-se viável e no treinamento simula condições muito próximas às reais. Conclusão: Neste modelo há grande inovação para o treinamento de novos endoscopistas em procedimento avançados na colangiopancreatografia retrógrada.

Ex vivo and simulator models teaching therapeutic ERCP and EUS: description of SOBED's first course.

Teaching models in endoscopy are important tools to minimize risks derived from endoscopic procedures, taking into account that therapeutic endoscopy, also known as surgical endoscopy, has greatly developed during the last decade. This results from the fact that minimally invasive procedures present relevant contributions and promote more comfort to patients. In this context, ex vivo teaching models and virtual simulators are important tools to the safe acquisition of abilities. In this article, the Brazilian Society of Digestive Endoscopy presents and describes its first course of therapeutic ERCP and EUS in models of laboratory teaching.

AN INNOVATIVE EX-VIVO MODEL FOR RAPID CHANGE OF THE PAPILLA FOR TEACHING ADVANCED ENDOSCOPIC RETROGRADE CHOLANGIOPANCREATOGRAPHY PROCEDURES.

Background: Models for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography training allow practice with an expert feedback and without risks. A method to rapidly exchange the papilla can be time saving and accelerate the learning curve. Aim: To demonstrate a newly method of rapid exchange papilla in ex-vivo models to teach retrograde cholangiopancreatography advanced procedures. Methods: A new model of ex-vivo papilla was developed in order to resemble live conditions of procedures as cannulation, papilotomy or fistula-papilotomy, papiloplasty, biliary dilatation, plastic and metallic stentings. Results: The ex-vivo model of papilla rapid exchange is feasible and imitates with realism conditions of retrograde cholangiopancreatography procedures. Conclusion: This model allows an innovative method of advanced endoscopic training.

Racional: Nas últimas décadas os simuladores de colangiopancreatografia retrógrada tiveram grande evolução. Atualmente dispõem-se de vários métodos para realizar o treinamento minimizando os riscos de complicações e tornando a curva de aprendizagem muito rápida. Objetivo: Demonstrar uma variação dos modelos ex-vivos desenvolvidos para o treinamento avançado em colangiopancreatografia retrograda. Método: Foi criado um modelo ex-vivo simulando fatores e condições reais para o treinamento avançado de colangiopancreatografia retrograda como canulação, papilotomia, fistulotomia, papiloplastia e uso de próteses plásticas e metálicas. Resultados: Esse modelo ex-vivo, com a possibilidade de troca rápida da papila, mostrou-se viável e no treinamento simula condições muito próximas às reais. Conclusão: Neste modelo há grande inovação para o treinamento de novos endoscopistas em procedimento avançados na colangiopancreatografia retrógrada.

Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery in swine: an animal model for thoracoscopic lobectomy training.

OBJECTIVES: Minimally invasive thoracic procedures have been increasingly used; however, only a small number of lobectomies are performed by videothoracoscopy, showing the need for training on this technique. The objective of this study is to demonstrate the technique of lobectomy using videothoracoscopy in swine, highlighting the steps to be taken during its use in surgical experimentation. METHODS: During the advanced course on video-assisted and thoracoscopic procedures carried out at IRCAD Latin America, Barretos, Brazil, 40 swine were used for the hands-on course on video-assisted upper left lobectomy. Monopulmonary ventilation was performed by blocking the left main bronchus. Surgical procedures were performed using three ports and the anterior dissection technique (fissureless approach). The pulmonary hilar structures were dissected using conventional open surgery and video-assisted surgical tools. The first structure treated in the approach of the hilar structures was the upper lobe vein, followed by the bronchus and the branches of the pulmonary artery. RESULTS: The mean time required to anaesthetize the animals was 3 h. Intraoperative hypoventilation was observed in 26 animals (65%) and 4 (10%) of them had a poor outcome and died in the last third part of the surgery. Eight (20%) animals had bradycardia, and six responded to the use of atropine. In two (5%), it was not possible to revert the bradycardia and the animals died at the end of the procedures. The surgical procedures had a mean duration of 3 h and the total time of anaesthesia was about 6 h. DISCUSSION: Swine have been frequently used for hands-on training in surgery but there are no reports in the literature describing the anatomical, anaesthetic and technical peculiarities that must be observed during videothoracoscopic lobectomy training in swine. Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery lobectomy using swine is an adequate method to train thoracic surgeons. For surgeons to make the best use of minimally invasive technique training, it is essential that issues related to the anatomy, anaesthesia, monopulmonary ventilation and surgical technique described in this study are taken into account.

Efectos cardiorespiratorios y requerimientos de isofluorano en conejos sometidos a cirugía oftalmológica tratados con tramadol pre, intra y postoperatorio / Cardiorespiratory effects and isoflurane requirements in rabbits subjected to ophthalmologic surgery treated with tramadol pre-, intra- or postoperatively

Para evaluar los efectos cardiorespiratorios y los requerimientos de isofluorano en conejos sometidos a cirugía oftálmica tratados en diferentes momentos con tramadol, fue realizado un estudio prospectivo experimental de tipo ciego en 24 conejos distribuidos aleatoriamente en tres grupos de ocho individuos cada uno: grupo tramadol preoperatorio (Tpre), grupo tramadol transoperatorio (Ttrans) y grupo tramadol postoperatorio (Tpos). Cada animal recibió tres inyecciones intramusculares de igual volumen en los periodos pre, intra y postoperatorio, conteniendo tramadol (4mg/kg) o NaCl 0,9%, de acuerdo al momento indicado para cada grupo. La inducción y mantenimiento anestésico fueron realizados con isofluorano en FiO2 1,0. Una vez estabilizado el plano anestésico, fue iniciado el procedimiento quirúrgico. Se evaluaron: frecuencia cardíaca (FC), presión arterial media (PAM), frecuencia respiratoria (f), presión de CO2 al final de la expiración (EtCO2), saturación parcial de oxihemoglobina (SpO2) y concentración de isofluorano al final de la expiración (EtISO). Las variables fueron medidas después de la estabilización anestésica (m1) y cada 10 min desde el inicio de la cirugía, hasta el final del experimento (m10 a m40). La FC, SpO2, f , EtCO2 y EtISO fueron similares entre grupos durante todo el tiempo. La PAM fue significativamente mayor (p<0,01) durante m1 comparada con el resto del tiempo y el grupo Tpre mostró valores inferiores (p=0,04) de este parámetro durante m1 con relación a los demás grupos. El clorhidrato de tramadol promueve la reducción transitoria de la presión arterial en conejos anestesiados con isofluorano y sometidos a cirugía oftálmica. La administración preoperatoria del fármaco no disminuye el requerimiento anestésico y resulta en hipotensión más pronunciada. Adicionalmente, la anestesia con isofluorano, asociada al reflejo óculo-cardiaco, generan hipotensión arterial, fenómeno que debe tenerse en cuenta durante cirugías oftalmológicas.

To evaluate the cardiorespiratory effects and isoflurane requirements of tramadol applied at different times during ophthalmic surgery, a blind prospective study was made in 24 rabbits, randomly divided into three groups of eight subjects each: pre-operatory tramadol group (Tpre), trans-operatory tramadol group (Ttrans) and post-operatory tramadol group (Tpos), which received three intramuscular injections of equal volume, in the pre, intra and post-operative period, containing tramadol hydrochloride (4 mg/kg) or NaCl 0,9%, according to each group. Anesthetic induction and maintenance was made with isoflurane diluted FiO2 1.0. Once the anesthetic plane was stabilized, surgical procedure was started. Were evaluated heart rate (HR), medium arterial presseure (MAP), respiratory rate (f), end tidal CO2 (EtCO2), Oxihemoglobin saturation (SpO2) and end tidal isoflurane (EtISO). Variables were measured after anesthesia stabilization (m1) and every 10 min after onset of surgery, until the end of experimental protocol (m10 to m40). HR, SpO2, f, EtCO2 and EtISO were similar among groups at all times. MAP were significantly higher (p<0.01) in m1 than in other moments and Tpre group showed lower (p=0.04) values than the other groups at this moment. Tramadol hydrochloride promotes transient reduction of blood pressure in isoflurane anesthetized rabbits subjected to ophthalmic surgery. The preoperative administration of the drug does not reduce the anesthetic requirement and results in a more pronounced hypotension. Additionally, isoflurane anesthesia, associated to oculocardiac reflex generates a hypotension phenomenon that must be taken in to considertation during ophthalmologic surgeries.

Aspectos clínicos e concentração sérica da creatina-quinase e lactato-desidrogenase em cães submetidos à fisioterapia após atrofia muscular induzida / Clinical aspects and serum concentration creatina kinase and lactate dehydrogenase in dogs submitted to physiotherapy after induced muscle atrophy

Avaliou-se a resposta de diferentes protocolos fisioterapêuticos em cães após a indução de atrofia muscular por meio da imobilização do joelho por 30 dias. Os grupos foram denominados grupo C ou controle, grupo E (massagem, movimentação passiva e eletroterapia), grupo H (massagem, movimentação passiva e hidroterapia em esteira aquática) e grupo EH (massagem, movimentação passiva, eletroterapia e hidroterapia em esteira aquática). Foram mensurados os graus de claudicação, arco do movimento, circunferência da coxa e a variação sérica das enzimas creatina-quinase e lactato-desidrogenase. De acordo com os resultados encontrados, foi possível concluir que as modalidades terapêuticas de massagem, movimentação passiva da articulação, estimulação elétrica neuromuscular e hidroterapia por caminhada em esteira aquática aceleram a recuperação clínica em cães com atrofia muscular induzida.

The response of different physiotherapeutic treatment protocols was evaluated in dogs after muscle atrophy induced by joint immobilization for 30 days. Groups were named C group or control, E group (massage, passive range of motion and neuromuscular electrical stimulation), H group (massage, passive range of motion and aquatic therapy in underwater treadmill) and EH group (massage, passive range of motion, neuromuscular electrical stimulation and aquatic therapy in underwater treadmill). It was measured the degree of lameness, range motion, thigh circumference and range of serum creatine kinase (CK) and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH). According to the results, it was possible to conclude that associated therapeutics modalities such as massage, passive range of motion of the joint, neuromuscular electrical stimulation and aquatic therapy by walking on underwater treadmill accelerate clinical recovery in dogs with induced muscle atrophy.

Cardiorespiratory effects of isoflurane anesthesia in crested caracaras (Caracara plancus).

To evaluate the cardiorespiratory changes induced by isoflurane (ISO) anesthesia in the crested caracara (Caracara plancus), eight crested caracaras that weighed 1.0 kg (range 0.9-1.1 kg) were the subjects for the study. The birds were anesthetized by face mask with ISO for brachial artery catheterization. After recovery, anesthesia was re-induced and maintained with ISO with spontaneous ventilation. Electrocardiography, direct systolic arterial blood pressure (SAP), diastolic arterial blood pressure (DAP), mean arterial blood pressure (MAP), respiratory rate (RR), end-tidal carbon dioxide (P(ET)CO2), and cloacal temperature (T degrees C) were measured before induction (baseline, under physical restraint) and after 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, and 40 min of ISO anesthesia. Arterial blood samples were collected for blood gas analysis at baseline, 10, 25, and 40 min. No cardiac arrhythmias were observed in the present study. RR, SAP, DAP, MAP, T degrees C and pH decreased from baseline values, whereas arterial partial pressures of oxygen and carbon dioxide, bicarbonate concentration, and P(ET)CO2 were significantly higher than baseline. Apnea was not observed in any bird. ISO anesthesia is suitable for use in healthy members of this species despite the moderate cardiovascular and respiratory depression produced.

Some cardiopulmonary effects of sevoflurane in crested caracara (Caracara plancus).

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the cardiorespiratory changes induced by sevoflurane (SEV) anesthesia in the crested caracara (Caracara plancus). STUDY DESIGN: Prospective experimental trial. ANIMALS: Eight crested caracaras (Caracara plancus) weighing 1.0 (0.9-1.1) kg were used for the study. METHODS: The birds were anesthetized by face mask with isoflurane for brachial artery catheterization. After recovery, anesthesia was re-induced with 6% SEV via face mask. After induction, a noncuffed endotracheal tube was placed and anesthesia was maintained with SEV (3.5% end-tidal) in oxygen (1 L minute(-1)) using an Ayre's T-piece nonrebreathing circuit, with spontaneous ventilation. Electrocardiography (ECG), direct systolic, diastolic and mean arterial blood pressure (SAP, DAP, and MAP), respiratory rate (f(R)), end-tidal carbon dioxide (Pe'CO(2)), and cloacal temperature (T degrees C) were measured before induction (baseline - under physical restraint) and after 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 and 40 minutes of SEV anesthesia. Arterial blood samples were collected for gas analysis at baseline and then at 10, 25 and 40 minutes. RESULTS: No ventricular arrhythmias were observed in the present study. Respiratory rate, SAP, DAP, MAP, T degrees C and pH decreased from pre-induction values, while arterial partial pressures of oxygen and carbon dioxide, bicarbonate concentration, and Pe'CO(2) were significantly higher than baseline. None of the birds were apneic. CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Sevoflurane anesthesia is suitable for use in healthy members of this species, despite the moderate cardiovascular and respiratory depression produced.

The effects of 2 levels of the inspired oxygen fraction on blood gas variables in propofol-anesthetized dogs with high intracranial pressure.

The influence of 2 different levels of the inspired oxygen fraction (FiO2) on blood gas variables was evaluated in dogs with high intracranial pressure (ICP) during propofol anesthesia (induction followed by a continuous rate infusion [CRI] of 0.6 mg/kg/min) and intermittent positive pressure ventilation (IPPV). Eight adult mongrel dogs were anesthetized on 2 occasions, 21 d apart, and received oxygen at an FiO2 of 1.0 (G100) or 0.6 (G60) in a randomized crossover fashion. A fiberoptic catheter was implanted on the surface of the right cerebral cortex for assessment of the ICP. An increase in the ICP was induced by temporary ligation of the jugular vein 50 min after induction of anesthesia and immediately after baseline measurement of the ICP. Blood gas measurements were taken 20 min later and then at 15-min intervals for 1 h. Numerical data were submitted to Morrison's multivariate statistical methods. The ICP, the cerebral perfusion pressure and the mean arterial pressure did not differ significantly between FiO2 levels or measurement times after jugular ligation. The only blood gas values that differed significantly (P < 0.05) were the arterial oxygen partial pressure, which was greater with G100 than with G60 throughout the procedure, and the venous haemoglobin saturation, that was greater with G100 than with G60 at M0. There were no significant differences between FiO2 levels or measurement times in the following blood gas variables: arterial carbon dioxide partial pressure, arterial hemoglobin saturation, base deficit, bicarbonate concentration, pH, venous oxygen partial pressure, venous carbon dioxide partial pressure and the arterial-to-end-tidal carbon dioxide difference.