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Ultrasound Paracentesis Training Package

Ultrasound Paracentesis Training Package

Brand: Simulab
SKU PATP-20

Simulab's Ultrasound Paracentesis Training Package includes the Paracentesis Model and an additional replaceable tissue. This ultrasound compatible trainer allows users to perform diagnostic and/or therapeutic paracentesis.

The anatomically correct trainer is positioned to simulate a patient sitting up at a 45-degree angle with a distended abdomen and includes the pubic symphysis, iliac crest, and umbilicus. The procedure can be performed at the midline below the umbilicus or 2 fingerbreadths anterior and 2 fingerbreadths cephalad to the anterosuperior iliac spine. The inferior epigastric vessels can be visualized under ultrasound.


Ultrasound Paracentesis Training Package



  • Ultrasound compatible with replaceable tissue

  • Internal anatomy includes superficial epigastric vessels, liver and spleen, rectus abdominal muscles, and intestines

  • Allows up to one liter of intraperitoneal fluid removal

  • Replaceable tissue is durable and allows for repeated use

  • Palpable anatomy and realistic needle response




Ultrasound Paracentesis Training Package



  • Use an ultrasound probe to minimize risks and learn to:

  • Locate the pocket of ascites


    • Gauge the distance from skin to fluid, and avoid bowel

    • Look for blood vessels beneath the skin using a vascular probe


  • Drain the fluid from the peritoneal cavity

  • Use traditional lateral gutter technique or midline linea alba technique

  • Palpate anatomic landmarks significant to the procedure






Ultrasound Paracentesis Training Package


Size: 14" x 14" x 10.5"
Weight: 19.5 lbs

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