Advanced Clinical Female Pelvic Trainer (CFPT) Mk 3, Light

Skills

• Recognition of perineal and pelvic anatomy, including bony landmarks
• Digital vaginal examination
• Bi-manual examination
• Cervical smear procedure (including use of speculum)
• Digital rectal examination
• Professional-to-patient communication

Features

• It’s anatomically accurate and tactile representation of the female pelvis is the ideal platform for hands-on examination, and diagnosis of conditions and minor pathologies
• It’s suitable for use in many levels of training, from family health and primary care, to undergraduate and beyond
• When using the standard setup in simulations, trainees are able to practice basic examination skills such as:
  • Identification of perineal and pelvic anatomy, including bony landmarks
  • Digital vaginal examination
  • Bi-manual examination, palpation of the abdomen while performing a digital vaginal examination
  • Cervical smear testing using a speculum
  • Digital rectal examination
  • Identification of cervical pathologies and pregnant cervix
• Female pelvic model anatomy:
  • Abdomen (including fat layer)
  • Anatomically accurate pelvis, including bony landmarks
  • Genitalia
  • Vagina
  • Anus
  • Lower Bowel
• Cervical pathologies & pregnant cervix:
  • M1 Normal – Nulliparous Cervix
  • M2 Large Fibroid – Nulliparous Ectropion Cervix
  • M3 Small Fibroid – Nulliparous Polyp Cervix
  • M4 Ovarian Cyst – Multiparous Cervix
  • M5 Retroverted – Multiparous Cervix
  • M6 10-12 Weeks Pregnant
  • M7 14-16 Weeks Pregnant
• Partial thighs on the module aid in anatomical orientation and replicate real life patient positioning
• Soft and strong perineum and labia
• Anatomically correct female pelvis with bony landmarks
• The Advanced CFPT Trainer includes 7 uterine modules with various pathologies
• Abdominal wall with fat layer makes palpation realistic
• Labia can be parted realistically
• Each uterus is presented at the correct anatomical angle
• Allows for the practice of cervical smear testing with a speculum
• Uterine Pelvic modules are quick and easy to change
• Abdominal Wall Insert fits over the base unit and uterine module, and is easily lifted for access to the modules
• Simulated Patient: Suitable for use with a simulated patient

Evidence

“Realism and construct validity of novel pelvic models of common gynecologic conditions” Edwards, S, Cass, G, Lenguerrand, E, Fox, R & Crofts, J. 2014 International Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics,vol 124, pp. 270-3

Objective: To test a novel set of pelvic trainers for realism and construct validity.

Conclusion: The models were found to be realistic and have construct validity. Senior participants were consistent at correctly identifying most abnormalities. The models may be useful for pelvic examination training; further testing is required regarding their ability to aid learning of clinical and communication skills.