Cost-effective models for microsurgical training

Abstract

In several surgical subspecialties, microsurgery training is essential. Many microsurgical training models were proposed for over a century. This includes live and non-viable tissue and organic and inorganic models. This investigation was done in a tertiary care plastic surgery department. The article reviews Scopus, PubMed, Google Scholar, and internet literature. We provide cost-effective strategies for teaching residents and juniors in microsurgery and maintaining surgeon skills. Super specialty residents worldwide need microsurgical training. Microsurgical training materials are scarce in certain locations. The foregoing readily available materials help residents practice continuously and consistently to improve their microsurgical confidence and skills.