Introduction to Microsurgery

Three-day course aimed at surgical trainees (CT2 – ST4) with an interest in microsurgery skills.

Description

This course will provide significant hands-on rehearsal where participants will learn basic microscope set up, dissection and suturing skills, microvascular anastomosis and grafts. 

Learning outcomes: 

  • Basic microscope set up 
  • Fundamental microsurgery skills 
  • End to end anastomosis (artery-artery, artery-vein) 
  • Vein graft 

12 hours hands on practical time, 18 hours CPD 

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