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J Reconstr Microsurg 1998; 14(3): 197-198
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1000167
TECHNICAL IDEAS AND INNOVATION

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Microsurgical Training with Beads

Mehmet Oguz Yenidunya, Taku Tsukagoshi, Yoshiaki Hosaka
  • Showa University School of Medicine, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Tokyo, Japan
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Accepted for publication 1997

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08 March 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

To assist beginners in the microsurgical practices of handling instruments and tying knots before using an animal model, the authors suggest the use of colored beads. These beads will diminish eyestrain and secondary fatigue. Also, working with colored beads might be a little more amusing and enjoyable for beginners in learning microsurgical techniques during preliminary studies to achieve the necessary orientation for working under the operating microscope.