Effective use of simple computer programmes and clay models to demonstrate the planning and operative steps for teaching and presentations

ABSTRACT

Background: Presenting and demonstrating a surgical procedure in the current era is difficult without good intraoperative pictures and videos. A long, complex, multi-staged surgery is better illustrated by detailed intraoperative images at various stages. Although desirable, it may be difficult due to various reasons. Material and Methods: A simple method of preparing illustrations with pictures/diagrams created on PowerPoint and clay models to recreate the missing links in clinical photographs has been proposed. Results: It is a simple technique with a moderate learning curve. Once familiar with technique, one can effectively use the technique to convey the details in much more clear manner. Conclusion: It is a simple and effective way of communicating through digital images, and gives the audience a 3 dimensional idea about the concept.

KEY WORDS

Clay models in plasticine surgery - photography - presentations in plastic surgery - teaching and patient education - use of clay models for presentations

 

Conflicts of interest

There are no conflicts of interest.

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