The Use of Live Pigs in the Surgical Training of Dermatology Residents

KENYA H. ANDERS, BETH G. GOLDSTEIN, JACK L. LESHER, ROBERT G. SHIMP, DAN K. CHALKER

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Abstract

Abstract. Refining of surgical skills requires instruction, manual repetition, and observation of results. This study demonstrates that while many dermatology residents use pig's feet or synthetic models of skin for practice, few use live animals. We describe the benefits and mechanics of utilizing anesthetized pigs for cutaneous surgical training. 1989 American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Inc.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)734-736
Number of pages3
JournalThe Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology
Volume15
Issue number7
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 1989

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Oncology
  • Dermatology

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