ultrasound equipment


A simulation of a gravid abdomen for learning percutaneous umbilical blood sampling (cordocentesis). Skills * Familiarisation and use of ultrasound equipment * Identification of ultrasound calling signals * Recognition of placental/foetal cord * Needle insertion and placement under ultrasound * Withdrawal of foetal blood Features * Excellent image and realism used with any ultrasound equipment * Contains a foetal cord, filled with mock blood, suspended in gel (does not include foetus) * Includes 2 placentas, one in the anterior and the other in posterior aspect, enabling both direct and transplacental approaches to the cord * The mock blood in the foetal cord can be replenished * Can be used for needle insertion and placement for amniocentesis training, however no fluid can be withdrawn from the amniotic sac * Self-sealing abdomen and cord can be pierced repeatedly providing a durable, long-lasting and cost effective model